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.