CDL HDD Operator & Locator — Field Utility Installations

Push Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disabil

401K with company match

Paid PTO & Holidays

Bonus Potential

Training & Advancement

Apprenticeship Opportunities

In-house CDL Program

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

PUSH, Inc. is a premier telecom infrastructure contractor headquartered in Wisconsin, seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) for Rockford, IL.

The role focuses on operating HDD equipment to install underground cables, reading prints, and mentoring teammates while adhering to strict safety standards. Candidate must have a valid Class A CDL, be able to work outdoors in all weather, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling around utilities in rural or urban areas.
• Ability to read prints and schematics for accurate drilling and locating.
• Must hold a valid Class A CDL and pass pre-employment screenings.
• Willingness to train and mentor other team members.

Responsibilities

• Operates Directional Bore equipment to install underground cable conduit or utilities.
• Ensure proper steering based on job plans and projections.
• Operate equipment to align, move, and adjust machinery to specifications.
• Maintain bore profile plots and provide drilling data to customers.
• Follow safety procedures and attend mandatory safety meetings.
• Inspect and maintain all equipment; perform routine maintenance.
• Read utility locates and coordinate day lighting of facilities.
• Assist with basic labor tasks and site setup/cleanup, including traffic control.

Skills

CDL experience

Printed schematics

Team mentorship

Field equipment operation

Safety procedures

Reading utility locates

Tools

Vermeer equipment

Ditch Witch units

Job description

PUSH, Inc. is a premier telecom infrastructure contractor headquartered in Wisconsin, seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) for Rockford, IL.

The role focuses on operating HDD equipment to install underground cables, reading prints, and mentoring teammates while adhering to strict safety standards. Candidate must have a valid Class A CDL, be able to work outdoors in all weather, and travel as needed.