Laborer Horizontal Directional Drill

InterCon Construction; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

InterCon Construction, based in Wausau, Wisconsin, is seeking skilled workers for small horizontal directional drilling projects. The role demands a high school diploma or equivalent, a Class A CDL, and relevant experience in gas mains and fiber optic cable installation.

Responsibilities include site preparation, utility locating, and operating construction tools. Candidates must be able to lift 50 lbs. and be willing to travel. InterCon is committed to equal employment opportunity and seeks candidates who meet these qualifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Class A CDL required.
• Education in Gas and/or Utilities Construction preferred.
• Experience installing gas mains and fiber optic cables preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Work on small horizontal directional drilling projects.
• Prepare work site to locate utilities and eliminate hazards.
• Operate tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Fuse and prepare HDPE pipe, assemble fittings.
• Assist with drilling fluid mixing and clean-up.

Skills

Directional drilling

Construction material handling

Utility locating

HDPE pipe fusion

Basic reamer operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class A CDL

Job description

Job Requirements

Essential Job Duties:

• Work on small horizontal directional drilling projects.
• Prepare work site to locate utilities and eliminate possible hazards.
• Load, unload, and transport construction materials and tools.
• Hand dig to clear debris for operator.
• Check utilities and clearances.
• Safely and efficiently operate tools and equipment based on job requirements, including locating utilities.
• Fuse and prepare HDPE pipe, assemble fittings and parts to specifications.
• Position, join, align, and seal pipe sections.
• Assist with drilling fluid mixing and clean‑up.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of reamers and operate reamers without assistance.
• Assist with job site clean‑up.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Class A CDL required.
• Education in Gas and/or Utilities Construction preferred.
• Experience installing gas mains and fiber optic cables preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to travel.
• Ability to bend, kneel, stand, and walk for long periods.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 50 lbs. regularly.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

InterCon Construction is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.