HDD Drill Operator

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES

• Directional Drill operator in central Indiana and surrounding areas in the Midwest.


• Be willing to travel during the week when needed. Home most weekends


• Be in a local operators union or willingness to get into one


• Operation of Horizontal Directional Drill Machines


• Operate HDD Locator a plus


• Help with HDPE Fusion


• Not only run the drill but help crew when needed with other tasks


• Help Locate Utilities and know and understand what you will be crossing


• Water and sewer installation and testing a plus


• Solid understanding of trenching and excavation safety.


• Operate Excavators, Loaders, Skid Steer, Backhoe as needed.


• Other duties as requested by the supervisor.


• General Maintenance on the directional drill


• Other duties as requested by the

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or two to three years’ experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Experienced Horizontal Directional Drill Operator


• Fusion experience and certification for HDPE a plus


• Prior experience in underground utility work.


• Class A CDL or willingness to get one is a plus but not required.


• Strong independent work ethic with ability to work within a team.


• Clear and concise communications.


• Strong sense of urgency, focusing on time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Approximately 100% of the position will work from the field.


• Approximately 100% of the position will require travel.


• Some lifting up to 20lbs. is required.