Traveling Horizontal Directional Drill Operator/Locator

Job overview

The Traveling Horizontal Directional Drill Operator/Locator role is an onsite, field-based position listed in Dubuque, IA. Compensation is not specified. PUSH, Inc. provides telecommunications and power utility infrastructure, and this role supports underground utility installation work. The operator runs directional drilling equipment and performs locating and related field tasks to install underground cable conduit or utilities safely and efficiently. The role contributes to project execution by following bore plans, maintaining equipment and drilling data, and coordinating safe worksite setup and cleanup.

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 meet grade and alignment specifications
• maintain bore profile plots and provide directional drilling data to customers
• follow company, manufacturer, and industry safety procedures and attend mandatory safety meetings
• inspect and maintain equipment and make minor repairs as necessary
• read utility locates and coordinate daylighting
• assist with basic labor, worksite setup and cleanup, and traffic and pedestrian control.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

traveling hdd operator/locator

horizontal directional drilling

dubuque ia

push inc

utility construction

underground utilities

fiber-optic cable

class a cdl

field work

equipment maintenance

safety procedures

traveling role

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• free Teladoc and no-cost care options
• 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; work is 100% field and may require extended periods away from home.

About the employer

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