HDD Operator & Locator — CDL, Field Training & Growth

Push Inc.; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

401K with Company Match up to 3%

Competitive pay, weekly checks

Paid PTO and Holidays

Bonus Potential

Training & Advancement Opportunities

Apprenticeship Opportunities

In-house CDL Program

Referral Bonus Program

And Much More!

Job summary

Push, Inc. is seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) in Dubuque, IA to install fiber and utility conduits using trenchless HDD methods. You will work in rural and urban settings, read prints, and mentor fellow crew members to maintain high safety and quality standards.

You must have a valid Class A CDL and willingness to travel. The team emphasizes safety, training, and ongoing skill development in a premier telecom infrastructure environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Experience reading prints and schematics.
• 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 job preparations and projections.
• Operates equipment to align, move, and adjust machinery to conform to grade alignment specifications.
• Maintain bore profile plots and provide directional drilling data to customers.
• Adhere to safety procedures and attend mandatory safety meetings.
• Inspect and maintain equipment, perform routine maintenance.
• Read utility locates and coordinate day lighting of facilities.
• Assist with all aspects of the job including basic labor responsibilities.
• Ensure setup and cleanup of the work site, including traffic and pedestrian controls.

Skills

HDD experience

Print reading

Mentoring/training

Teamwork in field operations

CDL Class A

Tools

Vermeer/ Ditch Witch equipment

Locating equipment

Job description

Push, Inc. is seeking a CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) in Dubuque, IA to install fiber and utility conduits using trenchless HDD methods. You will work in rural and urban settings, read prints, and mentor fellow crew members to maintain high safety and quality standards.

You must have a valid Class A CDL and willingness to travel. The team emphasizes safety, training, and ongoing skill development in a premier telecom infrastructure environment.