HDD Operator & Locator – CDL, Field Training, Growth

Push Inc.; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

401K with Company Match

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 an experienced CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) to install fiber, copper, coax, and power cables using trenchless HDD tech. You will read prints, mentor teammates, and drive safe, efficient operations in rural and urban settings.

Safety-first culture, on-the-job training, and opportunities for advancement are highlighted, with regular field work and equipment upkeep emphasized to maintain project quality.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Ability to read prints and schematics for proper installation.
• Willingness and 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.
• Maintains bore profile plots and provides directional drilling data to customers.
• Abide by safety procedures and attend safety meetings.
• Inspects and maintains equipment; performs routine lubrication and minor repairs.
• Reads utility locates and coordinates day lighting of facilities.
• Assists with all aspects of the job including basic labor tasks.
• Sets up and cleans up the work site, including traffic and pedestrian controls.

Skills

HDD experience

Prints & schematics

Mentoring teammates

Tools

Vermeer devices

Ditch Witch units

Locating equipment

Job description

PUSH, Inc. is seeking an experienced CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) to install fiber, copper, coax, and power cables using trenchless HDD tech. You will read prints, mentor teammates, and drive safe, efficient operations in rural and urban settings.

Safety-first culture, on-the-job training, and opportunities for advancement are highlighted, with regular field work and equipment upkeep emphasized to maintain project quality.