Equipment Operator

Equipment Operator# Equipment Operator Sauk Rapids, MN 56379## Overview Position Type Full Time## HDD Operator Locator
** HDD Operator / Locator
**** Location**:
Sauk Rapids, MN / Travel-Based This role requires strong field awareness, safe work habits, and the ability to work as part of a traveling crew in changing jobsite conditions.
*** Key Responsibilities
**** Operate horizontal directional drilling equipment to install underground utilities, conduit, and fiber.
* Use locating equipment to track drill head position, depth, pitch, and bore path.
* Read and follow prints, bore plans, utility maps, and jobsite instructions.
* Assist with jobsite setup, bore preparation, potholing, pullback, and cleanup.
* Communicate clearly with drill operators, locators, foremen, and crew members.
* Identify and work safely around existing underground utilities.
* Perform daily inspections and basic maintenance on drilling equipment, support equipment, tools, and vehicles.
* Assist laborers and operators with trenching, conduit placement, hand digging, restoration, and general underground construction tasks.
* Follow company safety policies, OSHA standards, traffic control requirements, and jobsite procedures.
* Maintain accurate field documentation as needed, including production notes, bore logs, and daily reports.
*** Required Qualifications, Skills & Abilities
**** Previous HDD operating and/or locating experience.
* Experience working in underground utility construction, telecommunications, fiber, or related field work.
* Ability to read prints, follow bore plans, and understand underground utility markings.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work closely with a traveling crew.
* Ability to work safely around live utilities, equipment, traffic, and active construction sites.
* Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
* Willingness to travel on a rotating schedule based on project needs.
* Ability to work overtime and occasional Saturdays as required.
*** Preferred Qualifications
**** CDL preferred.
* Experience operating Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar HDD equipment.
* Experience with fiber, conduit, telecom, or power utility installation.
* Knowledge of potholing, utility day lighting, pullback procedures, and restoration.
* Previous experience working on travel crews.
*** Schedule & Travel
*** This is a travel-based field position supporting Anderson Underground projects. Crews typically work a rotating travel schedule, with transportation and lodging provided. Per diem is available for working days while traveling, based on company policy.
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