HDD Operator / Locator

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Kingdom City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. in Missouri is seeking an HDD Operator/Locator to install underground utilities safely and accurately. You will operate HDD equipment, locate the drill head, and monitor depth, pitch, and bore alignment on active projects.

Responsibilities include reading utility prints, potholing, reaming, pullback, conduit installation, and maintaining equipment and logs in compliance with OSHA and DOT standards.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL with an acceptable driving record.
• Previous horizontal directional drilling experience.
• Ability to read utility prints, bore plans, and utility markings.
• Understanding HDD fundamentals including depth, pitch, steering, reaming, and pullback.
• OSHA 10 certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate HDD equipment for underground utility installation.
• Locate and track the drill head throughout the bore.
• Monitor depth, pitch, direction, and bore alignment.
• Read utility prints, bore plans, and utility markings.
• Perform potholing, reaming, pullback, and conduit installation.
• Adjust drilling techniques based on soil conditions and obstacles.
• Operate supporting equipment as needed.
• Complete required equipment logs and job documentation.
• Follow OSHA, DOT, company, and damage-prevention requirements.

Skills

CDL A

HDD experience

Read prints/bore plans

HDD fundamentals

OSHA 10 certification

Tools

Vermeer

Ditch Witch

DigiTrak

Subsite

Job description

Position SummaryThe HDD Operator / Locator operates horizontal directional drilling equipment and locating systems to install underground utilities safely and accurately.Key ResponsibilitiesOperate HDD equipment for underground utility installation.Locate and track the drill head throughout the bore.Monitor depth, pitch, direction, and bore alignment.Read utility prints, bore plans, and utility markings.Perform potholing, reaming, pullback, and conduit installation.Adjust drilling techniques based on soil conditions, obstacles, and existing utilities.Operate supporting equipment such as excavators, skid steers, loaders, and vac equipment as needed.Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance.Follow OSHA, DOT, company, and damage-prevention requirements.Complete required equipment logs and job documentation.Required QualificationsValid Class A CDL with an acceptable driving record.Previous horizontal directional drilling experience.Experience operating HDD equipment and/or locating drill heads.Ability to read utility prints, bore plans, and utility markings.Understanding of HDD fundamentals including depth, pitch, steering, reaming, and pullback.Ability to pass required background screening and drug testing.Preferred QualificationsExperience performing both drilling and locating.Experience with Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch equipment.Experience with DigiTrak, Subsite, or similar locating systems.Underground utility construction experience.OSHA 10 certification.