HDD Drill Operator

Midwest Mole; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Mole in Indiana is seeking an experienced Directional Drill Operator to support centralized Midwest projects. You will operate Horizontal Directional Drill machines, locate utilities, and assist with HDPE fusion and trenching tasks in active field environments.

You must be willing to travel during the week and be in a local union or willing to join one. Emphasis on safety, teamwork, and efficient field execution on utility installations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 2–3 years of experience.
• Experienced Horizontal Directional Drill Operator.
• HDPE fusion experience and certification a plus.
• Underground utility work experience preferred.
• CDL Class A is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate Horizontal Directional Drill machines in the field.
• Travel within central Indiana and surrounding Midwest areas.
• Assist with HDPE fusion and trenching tasks.
• Locate utilities and understand crossing requirements.
• Perform general maintenance on drill equipment.
• Support crew with other tasks as needed.

Skills

Independent work ethic

Clear and concise communication

Team player

Urgency and time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class A (preferred)

Tools

HDD machines

HDPE fusion

Excavators/Loaders/Skid Steer/Backhoe

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Directional Drill operator in central Indiana and surrounding areas in the Midwest.
• Be willing to travel during the week when needed. Home most weekends
• Be in a local operators union or willingness to get into one
• Operation of Horizontal Directional Drill Machines
• Operate HDD Locator a plus
• Help with HDPE Fusion
• Not only run the drill but help crew when needed with other tasks
• Help Locate Utilities and know and understand what you will be crossing
• Water and sewer installation and testing a plus
• Solid understanding of trenching and excavation safety.
• Operate Excavators, Loaders, Skid Steer, Backhoe as needed.
• Other duties as requested by the supervisor.
• General Maintenance on the directional drill

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or two to three years’ experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experienced Horizontal Directional Drill Operator
• Fusion experience and certification for HDPE a plus
• Prior experience in underground utility work.
• Class A CDL or willingness to get one is a plus but not required.
• Strong independent work ethic with ability to work within a team.
• Clear and concise communications.
• Strong sense of urgency, focusing on time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Approximately 100% of the position will work from the field.
• Approximately 100% of the position will require travel.
• Some lifting up to 20lbs is required.