Traveling HDD Operator/Locator

PUSH, Inc.•Eagle River, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The CDL Directional Drill Operator/Locator (HDD) operates equipment to install fiber-optic, copper, coaxial, and single- or three-phase power cable, and potentially sewer or water facilities, using horizontal directional drilling (HDD). The role involves working around utilities in rural and urban areas, reading prints and schematics, and training and mentoring other team members. This is a 100% field position requiring outdoor work in all types of weather and travel that may keep the employee away from home for extended periods. The operator is responsible for operating and maintaining drilling equipment, following safety procedures, coordinating utility locates, and assisting with job-site setup, cleanup, and general labor. PUSH, Inc. is a privately owned communications and power utility contractor headquartered in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. The company has provided telecom infrastructure for 50 years.

Requirements

Valid Class A CDL.
Experience with horizontal directional drilling around utilities in rural and urban areas.
Demonstrated field experience working with HDD crews, operating rigs and/or locating.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Willingness to learn.
Ability to maintain equipment and hand tools.
Ability to read, comprehend, and carry out instructions.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to pass pre-employment screenings.
General knowledge of utility construction procedures, including print reading.
Knowledge of or familiarity with procedures, tools, and equipment used to install underground utilities safely and effectively.
Comprehension of ground conditions for drilling or boring.

Nice To Haves

Experience working around or with different sizes of Vermeer or Ditch Witch units.
Experience with various brands of locating equipment.

Responsibilities

Operate directional bore equipment to install underground cable conduit or utilities.
Steer the drill according to job preparations and projections.
Operate construction equipment to align, move, and adjust machinery to meet grade and alignment specifications.
Maintain bore profile plots and provide directional drilling data to customers.
Follow company and manufacturer safety procedures and industry safety standards, and attend mandatory safety meetings.
Inspect and maintain equipment, perform routine greasing and oiling, and make minor repairs as needed.
Read utility locates and coordinate daylighting of facilities.
Assist with all aspects of the job, including basic labor responsibilities.
Ensure work-site setup and cleanup are completed properly, including traffic and pedestrian control measures.
Train and mentor other team members.