HDD Operator & Locator — Directional Drilling Specialist

PUSH, Inc.; Redwood Falls (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with company match

Weekly pay

Paid PTO & holidays

Bonus potential

Training & advancement opportunities

Apprenticeship program

In-house CDL program

Referral bonus

Job summary

The CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) at PUSH, Inc. operates equipment necessary to install fiber-optic, copper, and coaxial cables, and power lines using HDD trenchless methods. Must have HDD experience around utilities in rural and urban areas, read prints/schematics, and be able to train and mentor team members.

PUSH, Inc. is a privately owned premier communications and power utility contractor with 50 years of service and locations across the region.

Qualifications

• Experience with Horizontal Directional Drilling around utilities in rural and urban areas.
• Ability to read prints and schematics and interpret project plans.
• Willingness to train and mentor other team members.
• Valid Class A CDL and ability to pass pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Operates Directional Bore equipment for installation of underground cable conduit or utilities.
• Ensure proper steering based on the noted job preparations and projections.
• Operates construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade alignment specification.
• Maintain bore profile plots and provide customer with directional drilling data.
• Abide all company and manufacturer safety procedures and industry safety standards, in addition to attending mandatory safety meetings.
• Responsible for the inspection and maintenance of all equipment, including routine maintenance by greasing, oiling, and making minor repairs on equipment, as necessary.
• Reads utility locates and coordinating day lighting of these facilities.
• Assist with all aspects of the job including basic labor responsibilities.
• Ensure that setup and cleanup of work site is completed properly, including traffic and pedestrian control measures.

Skills

HDD experience

Print reading

Mentoring

Tools

HDD rigs (Vermeer/Ditch Witch)

Locating equipment

Job description

The CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) at PUSH, Inc. operates equipment necessary to install fiber-optic, copper, and coaxial cables, and power lines using HDD trenchless methods. Must have HDD experience around utilities in rural and urban areas, read prints/schematics, and be able to train and mentor team members.

PUSH, Inc. is a privately owned premier communications and power utility contractor with 50 years of service and locations across the region.