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Directional Drill Operator (Employee Owned Company)
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F.D.M. Contracting (Employee Owned Company)
Shelby Charter Township, MI (In Person)
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Directional Drill Operator (Employee Owned Company) F.D.M. Contracting (Employee Owned Company) Shelby Charter Township, MI Job Details Full-time 10 hours ago Benefits 401(k) 3% Match Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Outdoor work Trenchless technology pipelaying method Equipment troubleshooting CDL Drilling machines Construction plans Construction drawing review Water systems Technical troubleshooting support Directional drilling Full Job Description Job Summary As an Employee Owner Company, we empower you to take ownership of your work, ensuring precision and safety in every task . Your expertise will help shape infrastructure development, providing essential services that keep communities connected and thriving. This role offers an exciting opportunity to operate heavy equipment with confidence, contribute to large-scale projects, and grow within a supportive, employee-focused environment. Responsibilities Operate and maintain horizontal directional drilling equipment for water main, sewer and/or water service installations. Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance. Read and interpret utility maps, construction plans, and bore profiles. Locate and verify existing underground utilities before drilling. Assist with pipe fusion, pullback operations, and water main installations. Coordinate with crew members, inspectors, superintendent project managers. Follow all OSHA, company, and site-specific safety requirements. Complete daily production reports and equipment logs. Perform general labor duties as needed to support the crew. Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of experience operating directional drilling equipment. Experience with water main, utility, or underground infrastructure installation preferred. Ability to read construction drawings and utility locates. Knowledge of HDD drilling procedures, mud systems, and bore planning. Valid driver's license required; CDL preferred. Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar HDD equipment. Water utility construction experience. Fusion certification or experience with HDPE pipe installation.