HDD Operator - Hamtramck, MI
On-siteHamtramck, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Operate HDD drills, locating systems, vacuum excavators, and support equipment to install underground utilities. Read and interpret engineered drawings, bore plans, and locate information. Perform potholing and soft-digging techniques to identify existing utilities prior to drilling. Guide drill head using electronic locating equipment to maintain proper line, depth, and grade. Operate mixing systems, drill mud pumps, and maintain proper drilling fluid consistency. Complete bore logs, drilling records, and other project documentation as required. Perform safe equipment mobilization, setup, and teardown at job sites. Conduct routine inspections, maintenance, and cleaning of drilling equipment. Assist with pulling back conduit, product pipe, and verifying bore path integrity. Support crew with excavation, backfilling, site restoration, and general labor duties as needed. Exercise proper care, maintenance, and safe operation of all company equipment. Valid Class A CDL and DOT Medical Card required. This union position offers paid technical training and competitive wages.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Class A CDL
- DOT Medical Card
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
- Ability to stand or walk for long periods and perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and reaching
- Previous HDD drilling or locating experience
- Strong understanding of underground utility construction practices
Desired Qualifications
- Vermeer or Ditch Witch systems
Additional Requirements
- Subject to Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations
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