HDD Driller - Columbia City, IN

Horizontal Directional Drill OperatorIFS InfraSource is seeking a skilled Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator to join our team! HDD Operators work with a field crew to safely install or replace underground utilities using directional drilling technology. This role requires operating specialized equipment, understanding subsurface conditions, and performing physically demanding work in an outdoor construction setting.

HDD Operators play a key role in ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient trenchless installations.What You'll DoOperate HDD drills, locating systems, vacuum excavators, and support equipment to install underground utilitiesRead and interpret engineered drawings, bore plans, and locate informationPerform potholing and soft-digging techniques to identify existing utilities prior to drillingGuide drill head using electronic locating equipment to maintain proper line, depth, and gradeOperate mixing systems, drill mud pumps, and maintain proper drilling fluid consistencyComplete bore logs, drilling records, and other project documentation as requiredPerform safe equipment mobilization, setup, and teardown at job sitesConduct routine inspections, maintenance, and cleaning of drilling equipmentAssist with pulling back conduit, product pipe, and verifying bore path integritySupport crew with excavation, backfilling, site restoration, and general labor duties as neededExercise proper care, maintenance, and safe operation of all company equipmentWhat You'll BringValid Class A CDL requiredDOT Medical CardPrevious HDD drilling or locating experience preferred (Vermeer or Ditch Witch systems a plus)Strong understanding of underground utility construction practicesAbility to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background checkAbility to stand or walk for long periods and perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs., kneeling, climbing, crawling, and reachingHigh School Diploma or equivalentWhat You'll GetPaid on-the-job technical and professional trainingOpportunities for future growthThis is a union position with competitive wages, union representation, and access to union-administered benefitsThis position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities.

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