Field HDD Operator & Locator — Utilities & Fiber

PUSH, Inc.; Iowa; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life benefits

401K with Company Match up to 3%

Competitive pay

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 conduits using trenchless HDD methods. You will read prints, operate bore equipment, and mentor teammates in field projects.

This on-site role requires a valid CDL-A, outdoor work readiness, safety compliance, and the ability to travel. You will maintain equipment, set up bore profiles, coordinate with locate crews, and ensure proper site cleanup. PUSH, Inc.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Knowledge of prints and schematics for installations and as-builts.
• Ability to train and mentor other team members.

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.
• 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

HDD operation

Print reading

Mentoring

Equipment maintenance

CDL-A

Safety compliance

Tools

Vermeer equipment

Ditch Witch units

Locating equipment brands

Job description

PUSH, Inc. is seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) to install fiber, copper, and power conduits using trenchless HDD methods. You will read prints, operate bore equipment, and mentor teammates in field projects.

This on-site role requires a valid CDL-A, outdoor work readiness, safety compliance, and the ability to travel. You will maintain equipment, set up bore profiles, coordinate with locate crews, and ensure proper site cleanup. PUSH, Inc.