HDD Operator

Das-Co of Idaho Inc.; Nampa (ID); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Health insurance

401 K and Match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

PTO

Incentive program

Referral bonuses

EAP

Job summary

A construction company in Idaho is looking for an HDD Operator to operate horizontal directional drilling equipment for installing underground utilities. As part of a crew, you will ensure jobsite safety, complete daily logs, and maintain equipment. Candidates should have strong knowledge of equipment operation, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team. This role offers competitive wages and various benefits including health insurance and a stock ownership plan.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge regarding the operation, safety, and maintenance of equipment.
• Ability to safely operate equipment around utilities and personnel.
• Must hold a valid driver's license and have reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal directional drilling equipment to install underground utilities.
• Complete daily logs and perform equipment maintenance.
• Lead the drill crew when Supervisor/Manager is not on site.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues and perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Represent Das-Co of Idaho with customers in a positive, helpful manner.

Skills

Strong knowledge of equipment operation

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Teamwork

Strong written and verbalcommunication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational training

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

An HDD Operator operates horizontal directional drilling equipment to install underground utilities while working as part of a crew. This role supports jobsite safety, comletes daily logs, performs equipment maintenance, and assists with other duties as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Work as a part of a crew and lead the drill crew when Supervisor/Manager is not on site.
• Assist with JSA’s and constantly being on the lookout for changing conditions.
• Daily Paperwork and logging of bores/production.
• Able to troubleshoot basic mechanical errors and maintain equipment, including greasing grease points and power washing after use.
• A valid and unrestricted CDL Class A with tankers endorsement.
• Handle physically demanding construction.
• Assist team members in placing underground conduit, manual labor, and shovel work when not operating equipment.
• Must be able to sit, stand, bend, walk, and drive in a company vehicle for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift, push, pull >50lbs. at any given time while working.
• Performs all duties according to prescribed safety procedures and uses appropriate safety equipment (PPE).
• Represent Das-Co of Idaho with customer base in a positive, and helpful manner.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• High School Diploma or GED preferred. Any vocational training is strongly desired.
• Those with an education and/or work-related credential from a secondary or post-secondary educational system will be given preferred interview status (Precision Exams, NOCTE, etc.).
• Strong knowledge regarding the operation, safety, and maintenance of equipment being used.
• Ability to safely operate equipment around utilities, field personnel, structures, property, etc.
• Ability to read and understand specifications, safety, and quality standards, and effectively utilizing all tools and equipment relevant to the work.
• Ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to and from work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able and willing to work long hours including day, night, weekend shifts as needed, and work outside of normal hours.
• Able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Able to work in outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, and job hazards.
• Good hand-eye coordination.

BENEFITS

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employees earn shares in the company – All employees have ownership in the company and its success
• Competitive wages
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance
• 401 K and Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Quarterly Incentive Program (profit sharing)
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)