Directional Drill Operator/ Locator (HDD) – Train & Grow

Push Inc.; Dwight (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

401K with Company Match up to 3%

Competitive pay, weekly checks

Paid PTO and Holidays

Bonus Potential

Training & Advancement Opportunities

Apprenticeship Opportunities

In-house CDL Program

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

PUSH, Inc. is seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) to install fiber, copper, and power cables using trenchless HDD methods. You will operate bore equipment, read prints, and mentor crew members in both rural and urban projects.

Applicants must have a valid Class A CDL, be able to travel, and perform in outdoor conditions with a strong safety record. Training and advancement opportunities are available within a premier telecom contractor.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Ability to read prints and schematics.
• Ability to train and mentor other team members.

Responsibilities

• Operate Directional Bore equipment for underground cable/ utilities installations.
• Ensure proper steering based on job prep and projections.
• Operate equipment to align, move, and adjust machinery to conform to grade alignment specifications; maintain bore profile plots and provide drilling data.
• Abide by all safety procedures and attend mandatory safety meetings.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, including routine maintenance.
• Read utility locates and coordinate day lighting of facilities.
• Assist with basic labor and other job responsibilities.
• Ensure setup and cleanup of work site, including traffic and pedestrian control.

Skills

Directional drilling experience

Prints & schematics reading

Mentoring teammates

Safety procedures adherence

Equipment maintenance prep

Teamwork & communication

Education

Valid Class A CDL

Tools

Vermeer equipment

Ditch Witch equipment

Locating equipment

Job description

PUSH, Inc. is seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) to install fiber, copper, and power cables using trenchless HDD methods. You will operate bore equipment, read prints, and mentor crew members in both rural and urban projects.

Applicants must have a valid Class A CDL, be able to travel, and perform in outdoor conditions with a strong safety record. Training and advancement opportunities are available within a premier telecom contractor.