Directional Drill Equipment Operator

Job overview

The Directional Drill Equipment Operator role is onsite in Des Moines, IA, with work at assigned project locations. Compensation is not specified. The operator works with a foreman and field crew to install and support underground utility infrastructure safely and accurately. The role operates assigned heavy equipment and support vehicles, follows bore plans, protects existing utilities, and assists with excavation, installation, and site restoration. Equipment and work methods may vary by project, qualifications, and business needs; operators may not use every listed equipment type.

What you'll do

• Safely operate assigned equipment and vehicles when trained and authorized
• perform underground utility installation, excavation, daylighting, potholing, trenching, boring, pullback, and material handling as project needs require
• review utility locates, plans, bore profiles, and site conditions
• inspect, maintain, clean, and document equipment
• report defects and unsafe conditions
• assist with jobsite setup, traffic control, cleanup, grading, backfilling, seeding, concrete work, and restoration
• follow OSHA, company safety, damage-prevention, and PPE requirements
• communicate progress and hazards to the foreman and crew.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

directional drill equipment operator

des moines ia

team kline

full-time

onsite

horizontal directional drilling

underground utilities

bore plans

hydro excavation

heavy equipment

utility locates

jobsite safety

cdl by assignment

outdoor work

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Equipment assignments vary by project, location, qualifications, and business need. HDD training or experience is listed; CDL requirements depend on assignment, with Class A CDL and endorsements required for applicable assignments.

About the employer

Team Kline is hiring for this role. Industry: All Other Specialty Trade Contractors. Sector: 23.