Traveling Directional Drill Operator and Locator (HDD)

Job overview

The Traveling Directional Drill Operator and Locator role is field-based and onsite, with the employer headquartered in Rice Lake, WI; the listing location is Wausau, WI. Compensation is not specified. The role supports PUSH, Inc.’s communications and power utility infrastructure work. The operator uses horizontal directional drilling equipment to install underground cable and utility facilities safely and efficiently. The role also supports steering, bore documentation, equipment maintenance, utility locating coordination, and worksite setup and cleanup, while assisting the crew with field tasks.

What you'll do

• Operate directional bore equipment to install underground cable conduit or utilities
• steer according to job preparations and projections
• operate construction equipment to align and adjust machinery
• maintain bore profile plots and provide drilling data to customers
• follow safety procedures and attend safety meetings
• inspect and maintain equipment
• read utility locates and coordinate daylighting
• assist with job labor and worksite setup, cleanup, and traffic and pedestrian control.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

directional drill operator

hdd

locator

wausau wi

push inc

underground utilities

fiber-optic cable

utility construction

class a cdl

field work

equipment maintenance

travel and extended stays

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Requires valid Class A CDL and field experience with HDD crews; work is 100% field-based and may require travel and extended periods away from home; ability to train and mentor team members is stated.

About the employer

Push Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Specialty Trade Contractors. Sector: 23.