Directional Drill Operator​/Locator – CDL

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30+ days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $30.00 To $40.00 Hourly

M&J Enterprises Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced
Directional Drill Operator / Locator to join our underground construction team.

We are looking for a dependable, safety-focused individual with
hands-on experience operating Vermeer horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment
. Candidates should have experience as a
drill operator, locator, or both and must possess a valid
CDL
.

• Operate
  Vermeer directional bore/drill machines
• Perform horizontal directional drilling for underground
  fiber, telecommunications, and utility installations
• Locate and guide drill heads accurately during boring operations
• Read and understand utility markings, bore paths, prints, and construction plans
• Perform potholing/day lighting and verify existing utilities before drilling
• Complete pilot bores, reaming, and product pullback
• Set up and operate HDD equipment safely and efficiently
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Load, secure, haul, and transport equipment as required
• Maintain safe work zones and follow all company and OSHA safety requirements
• Work closely with foremen, laborers, and other crew members
• Protect existing underground utilities and surrounding property
• Complete required job and equipment documentation

• Valid CDL required
• Previous Vermeer bore machine experience required
• Experience operating an HDD drill and/or locating
• Knowledge of underground utility construction
• Ability to read utility markings and understand bore profiles
• Knowledge of safe digging and utility damage-prevention practices
• Ability to troubleshoot basic drilling and locating issues in the field
• Must be dependable and able to work as part of a crew
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather and jobsite conditions
• Must meet company driving and safety requirements
• Travel and overtime may be required depending on project needs

• Experience performing
  both drilling and locating
• Experience with multiple sizes/models of Vermeer HDD equipment
• Experience pulling conduit and fiber infrastructure
• OSHA and other construction safety certifications are a plus

We need an
experienced operator—not someone who is learning to run a bore machine
. The right candidate should be comfortable operating Vermeer equipment, understand the complete boring process, and be able to work safely around existing utilities.