Job Title: Directional Drill Operator

Job Description

Leading utilities contractor seeking a skilled Directional Drill Operator/Locator for their local Minnesota team.

ResponsibilitiesOperate Horizontal Directional Drill for installation of underground telecommunications cable conduit, including fiber optic cableSetup and cleanup of work site, including traffic and pedestrian controlRead utility locates and coordinate day lighting of these facilitiesOperate construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery to conform to grade specificationsLevel earth to final grade specificationsPerform proper maintenance by greasing, oiling, and making minor repairs on equipmentConfirm bore path with install foreman and drill operator (including walking the bore path)Ensure the drill head is in a good position at the exit pit to connect the productQualifications1+ years of heavy equipment operating experienceExperience with hand and power toolsAbility to submit to MVR check and obtain DOT medical cardComfortable operating company vehicleClass A CDL license (Air Brake, Combination certs) preferredAbility to work in year-round weather conditionsWhy Work Here?

Our company offers a supportive and growth-oriented environment, where we invest in our employees by paying for Class A CDL if the candidate does not possess one. We provide comprehensive benefits including full medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. Additionally, a company vehicle is offered to foremen and above.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eden Prairie, Minnesota.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $35.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision\n
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital\n
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available\n
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)\n
• Short and long-term disability\n
• Health Spending Account (HSA)\n
• Transportation benefits\n
• Employee Assistance Program\n
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eden Prairie,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 14, 2025.

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\n About Aerotek:\n\n

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

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Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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