Field HDD Operator & Locator (CDL A) – Training & Growth

Push Inc.; East St. Louis (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with company match

Competitive pay with 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 underground cable and utilities using trenchless HDD methods. You will operate bore equipment, read prints, mentor teammates, and ensure safety and quality on the job site.

Qualified candidates will have a valid CDL-A and hands-on HDD experience, with the ability to travel and work outdoors in all weather. The role offers training, advancement opportunities, and competitive pay with benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Ability to read prints and schematics.
• Ability to mentor and train team members.
• Pre-employment screenings will be required.

Responsibilities

• Operates Directional Bore equipment for installation of underground cable conduit or utilities.
• Ensure proper steering based on job preparations and projections.
• Maintain bore profile plots and provide drilling data to customers.
• Abide safety procedures and attend mandatory safety meetings.
• Inspect and perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Read utility locates and coordinate day lighting of facilities.
• Assist with basic labor and maintain cleanliness of site.
• Set up and clean up work area including traffic control.

Skills

HDD operations

Print reading

Team mentoring

Education

CDL-A Certification

Tools

Vermeer

Ditch Witch

Job description

Push, Inc. is seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) to install underground cable and utilities using trenchless HDD methods. You will operate bore equipment, read prints, mentor teammates, and ensure safety and quality on the job site.

Qualified candidates will have a valid CDL-A and hands-on HDD experience, with the ability to travel and work outdoors in all weather. The role offers training, advancement opportunities, and competitive pay with benefits.