Operate HDD equipment safely and productively • Perform daily inspections, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance • Set up and anchor the drill correctly • Read bore plans and coordinate continuously with the locator • Monitor pitch, depth, rotation, thrust, pullback force, and drilling-fluid conditions • Select appropriate tooling, reamers and drill heads • Assist with mud mixing, potholing, reaming and product pullback • Protect existing utilities and immediately stop work when conditions are unsafe • Load, secure and transport equipment in compliance with company and DOT requirements • Accurately document footage, materials, equipment hours and delays • Support restoration and other crew activities when drilling is not underway. • Minimum two years of recent HDD operating experience • Class A CDL and valid medical certificate • Experience with Ditch Witch, Vermeer or comparable HDD rigs • Experience drilling in congested utility environments • Knowledge of drilling fluids, tooling and bore planning • Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and daily equipment maintenance • Acceptable driving record • Ability to work outdoors and perform physical construction duties • OSHA 10 preferred.