Field HDD Operator & Locator (CDL A)

PUSH, Inc.; Canton Township (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Disability insurance

401K with company match

Paid PTO & Holidays

Training & advancement

In-house CDL program

Referral program

Job summary

PUSH, Inc. CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) position open for experienced crew members to install fiber and power cables using HDD trenchless methods. Must read prints/schematics and mentor teammates on field projects.

The role emphasizes outdoor work, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance while traveling to job sites. Strong preference for candidates with Vermeer or Ditch Witch unit experience and a valid CDL license.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Ability to train and mentor team members.
• Knowledge of drilling conditions and safety procedures.

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 facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade alignment specification.
• Maintain bore profile plots and provide customer with directional drilling data.
• Abide all company and manufacturer safety procedures and industry safety standards, in addition to attending mandatory safety meetings.
• Responsible for the inspection and maintenance of all equipment, including routine maintenance by greasing, oiling, and making minor repairs on equipment, as necessary.
• Reads utility locates and coordinating day lighting of these facilities.
• Assist with all aspects of the job including basic labor responsibilities.
• Ensure that setup and cleanup of work site is completed properly, including traffic and pedestrian control measures.

Skills

Print reading

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Willingness to learn

Tools

Vermeer equipment

Ditch Witch equipment

Locating equipment

Job description

PUSH, Inc. CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) position open for experienced crew members to install fiber and power cables using HDD trenchless methods. Must read prints/schematics and mentor teammates on field projects.

The role emphasizes outdoor work, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance while traveling to job sites. Strong preference for candidates with Vermeer or Ditch Witch unit experience and a valid CDL license.