Traveling Horizontal Directional Drill Operator and Locator

Job overview

The Traveling Horizontal Directional Drill Operator and Locator role is field-based and onsite, with work location varying by project; the listing location is La Grange, IL. Compensation is not specified, though the posting mentions competitive pay and weekly checks. PUSH, Inc. provides telecommunications and power utility infrastructure construction. The operator and locator uses horizontal directional drilling equipment to install underground cable, conduit, and utility facilities safely and efficiently. The role contributes to project delivery by steering and monitoring bores, maintaining equipment and drilling records, coordinating around existing utilities, and supporting safe work-site setup and cleanup. The position requires travel and being away from home for extended periods.

What you'll do

• Operate directional-bore equipment to install underground cable conduit or utilities
• steer equipment according to job preparations and projections
• operate construction equipment to meet grade and alignment specifications
• maintain bore profile plots and provide drilling data to customers
• follow safety procedures and attend required safety meetings
• inspect and maintain equipment and perform minor repairs
• read utility locates and coordinate daylighting
• assist with basic labor
• ensure proper work-site setup and cleanup, including traffic and pedestrian controls.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

horizontal directional drilling

hdd operator

locator

underground utilities

telecom infrastructure

class a cdl

field construction

equipment maintenance

la grange il

push inc

travel and extended time away

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage
• 401(k) match up to 3%
• paid PTO and holidays
• bonus potential
• training and advancement opportunities
• apprenticeship opportunities
• in-house CDL program
• referral bonus program.

Why this role

Requires a valid Class A CDL and demonstrated field experience with HDD crews operating rigs and/or locating. Experience with HDD around utilities in rural and urban areas and print reading is required; experience with Vermeer or Ditch Witch units and locating equipment is preferred. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, 401(k) match up to 3%, paid time off and holidays, bonus potential, training, advancement, apprenticeship, an in-house CDL program, and referral bonuses.

About the employer

Push Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Site Preparation Contractors. Sector: 23.