Directional Driller

Hayden Tower Service•Topeka, KS

47d

About The Position

Hayden Tower Service, Inc. (HTSI) is a leading national communications construction company providing complete turn-key wireless site installations and tower maintenance in over thirty states including Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, Oklahoma, Texas, and Colorado. About the Job Hayden Tower Service is seeking a qualified experienced directional driller. 1-2 years' directional drilling experience, preferred, in the safe operation and basic maintenance of Vermeer products. Job Function Work on horizontal directional drilling projects of all sizes. Pre-walk and white line projects. Load, unload and transport construction materials, machines and tools. Safely and efficiently operate tools and equipment based on job requirements. Verify location of existing utilities and adjust route as necessary based on job specifications and easement requirements. Ability to determine proper drilling fluid additives for specific soil types and conditions. Assist with job site clean-up. Perform other duties as assigned. Must be able to work as a team with others and assist in training new hires.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to travel weekly, up to two weeks or more at a time
Class A CDL or ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment
Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Must be able to bend, kneel, stand, and walk for long periods of time
Must be able to lift, push, and pull 50 lbs. regularly
Must have strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

1-2 years' directional drilling experience, preferred, in the safe operation and basic maintenance of Vermeer products.
Education in Gas and/or Utilities Construction (preferred)
Experience installing gas mains and fiber optic cables (preferred)

Responsibilities

Work on horizontal directional drilling projects of all sizes.
Pre-walk and white line projects.
Load, unload and transport construction materials, machines and tools.
Safely and efficiently operate tools and equipment based on job requirements.
Verify location of existing utilities and adjust route as necessary based on job specifications and easement requirements.
Ability to determine proper drilling fluid additives for specific soil types and conditions.
Assist with job site clean-up.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Must be able to work as a team with others and assist in training new hires.