CDL HDD Operator/Locator — Fiber-Optic & Utilities

Push Inc.; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid PTO & Holidays

Bonus Potential

Training & Advancement Opportunities

In-house CDL Program

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

PUSH, Inc. is hiring for a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) in Iowa City, IA. The role involves operating bore equipment to install underground cables and utilities, reading prints, and mentoring teammates. Must travel for extended periods and adhere to safety standards.

Join a seasoned utility contractor with strong benefits and a focus on training, advancement, and field excellence. Valid CDL-A required, training programs available.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Experience reading prints and schematics and the ability to train and mentor other team members.
• Valid Class A CDL.
• Ability to travel and be away from home for extended periods.
• Proactive safety mindset and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Operates Directional Bore equipment for installation of underground cable conduit or utilities.
• Ensure proper steering based on the noted job preparations and projections.
• Operates construction equipment to align and adjust machinery per grade specifications.
• Maintain bore profile plots and provide drilling data to customers.
• Inspect and maintain all equipment, perform routine maintenance.
• Read utility locates and coordinate day lighting of facilities.

Skills

HDD Experience

Prints & Schematics

CDL-A

Team Training

Education

Relevant field experience

Utility construction knowledge

Tools

Vermeer equipment

Ditch Witch

Locating equipment

Job description

PUSH, Inc. is hiring for a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) in Iowa City, IA. The role involves operating bore equipment to install underground cables and utilities, reading prints, and mentoring teammates. Must travel for extended periods and adhere to safety standards.

Join a seasoned utility contractor with strong benefits and a focus on training, advancement, and field excellence. Valid CDL-A required, training programs available.