Directiona Drill Operator

About the role

Hunt Electric, Inc. is seeking a Directional Drill Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will operate and maintain various types of directional drilling equipment, including Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch drills, vac trucks, mud trucks, excavators, forklifts, and dump trucks.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain directional drilling equipment (Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch).
• Drill in both standard and high-risk areas, including areas with live utilities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to safety.
• Attend safety meetings and competency person training, MSHA, and OSHA.
• Read, understand, and follow company policies and procedures related to safety.
• Service maintenance includes washing, checking fluids, adjusting tire pressures, greasing, etc.
• Ensure proper and continuous maintenance of company assets in good repair and secure them in a safe manner.
• Read blueprints, identify marked utilities using Blue Stakes, and possess basic computer skills to develop and maintain bore logs.
• Show great math skills to support excavation requirements, which may involve basic hand tools.
• Organize material and other resources to meet excavation needs.
• Perform other duties or locations as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience operating a directional drill (Vermeer and/or Ditch Witch).
• Knowledge of utility depths and placement.
• Familiarity with construction practices and equipment, including routine service and maintenance.
• Valid Utah Class A CDL license with no restrictions.
• Clean driving record.
• Pass a background check.

Benefits

This full-time position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and position responsibilities. Additionally, the benefits package includes:

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• A 401(k) plan
• Paid personal time (PTO)

About Hunt Electric

Hunt Electric, Inc. is a full-service electrical, technology, and infrastructure contractor with operations across multiple markets. Based in Salt Lake City, we have branch offices in Denver, CO, St. George, UT, and Boise, ID. Founded in 1986, we have grown significantly and are committed to expanding our services and markets.

Contact

If you believe you are a good fit for this position, please apply by filling out our application today. We look forward to hearing from you!