JDH - Directional Drill Operator

JDH Contracting Inc; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

JDH Contracting Inc in Plainfield, IN is hiring a Directional Drill Operator for the Fiber Division. Responsible for safe, efficient operation of horizontal directional drilling equipment to install underground utilities, including fiber optic conduit systems. Work under the Foreman with focus on accuracy, safety and productivity in varying site conditions.

Minimum 1 year of prior experience or training as a drill operator is preferred. CDL Class A is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in operating directional drilling equipment (Vermeer or Ditch Witch experience preferred).
• Familiarity with safe drilling practices, strike alerts, and emergency procedures.
• Knowledge of drilling fluids and proper mixing procedures for ground conditions.
• Understanding of rod care, rotation, and use of support equipment (vacuum units, reel trailers, digging equipment).

Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal directional drills and related equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily calibration of locators and drill heads as directed.
• Identify and expose existing utilities using potholing, windowing, or other safe digging practices.
• Connect and stub-up conduit and wire as directed in project plans.
• Excavate pits, trenches, and potholes when required.
• Restore and/or landscape disturbed areas of the job site.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and emergency protocols.

Skills

Directional drilling

Safe drilling practices

Drilling fluids knowledge

Rod care & equipment handling

CDL Class A (preferred)

Job description

# JDH - Directional Drill OperatorPlainfield, IN 46168## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## Description**JOB TITLE:** Directional Drill Operator – Fiber Division **STATUS**: Full-Time Employee **RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE:** Experience required. Minimum 1 year of prior experience or training as a drill operator preferred.---**JOB SUMMARY:** The Directional Drill Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of horizontal directional drilling equipment used to install underground utilities, including fiber optic conduit systems. Operators perform drilling tasks in accordance with project plans and directions from the Foreman, ensuring accuracy, safety, and productivity in varying site conditions.---**TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Operate horizontal directional drills and related equipment safely and efficiently.* Perform daily calibration of locators and drill heads as directed.* Identify and expose existing utilities using potholing, windowing, or other safe digging practices.* Connect and stub-up conduit and wire as directed in project plans.* Excavate pits, trenches, and potholes when required.* Restore and/or landscape disturbed areas of the job site.* Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.* Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and emergency protocols.**PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:*** Safety-focused with strong awareness of underground utility hazards.* Reliable and consistent attendance and punctuality.* Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.* Willingness to travel and participate in on-call rotations as needed.* Self-motivated and adaptable to changing job site conditions.* Team-oriented with strong work ethic and integrity.## Qualifications**REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS:*** Proficiency in operating directional drilling equipment (Vermeer or Ditch Witch experience preferred).* Familiarity with safe drilling practices, strike alerts, and emergency procedures.* Knowledge of drilling fluids and proper mixing procedures for ground conditions.* Understanding of rod care, rotation, and use of support equipment (vacuum units, reel trailers, digging equipment).* CDL Class A driver’s license preferred.