Heavy Equipment Operator - Drill Operator

Now Hiring: Directional Drill Operator / Locator

*Directional Drill Operator / Locator supporting underground telecommunications infrastructure. You'll operate drilling and locating equipment to install conduit and cable with precision and safety across various job sites.

Location: Based in Oskaloosa, Iowa | Projects across SE Iowa

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Schedule: Monday-Thursday (Fridays off, minimal overtime)

Pay & Perks: Competitive wages, full benefits, profit-sharing, potential company vehicle

*Key Responsibilities

• Operate directional drills, vacuum excavators, and locating equipment

• Perform site setup, teardown, and hazard removal

• Conduct daily surveys and measurements for accurate bore paths

• Mix drilling fluids and manage water needs based on soil conditions

• Maintain tools, machinery, and safety gear

• Assist with emergency equipment repairs and job documentation

• Ensure quality control and compliance with safety standards

• Collaborate with crew leads and supervisors on daily tasks

*Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• Valid Iowa Class A CDL or ability to obtain within 60 days

• 1+ year experience in construction or utility work preferred

• Skilled in using hand tools and heavy equipment

• Strong communication, organization, and self-motivation

• Willingness to work a variable schedule and travel as needed

*Work Environment

• Field-based role across SE Iowa (Ottumwa, Grinnell, Sigourney, New Sharon, Newton)

• Team-oriented work with 5-6 crew members

• Mileage and lodging reimbursed for travel over 60 miles

*Ready to apply? Join a company that values your time, safety, and growth. Let's build something great together.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $ - $ /yr.

Will work Monday through Thursday 6:30am-5:00pm---- FRIDAYS OFF! Not a ton of overtime as they really pride themselves on having a work life balance for their employees. (The project is about a year behind so will work occasional Fridays but pretty rare)

If applicable, mileage (if traveling over 60 miles) and lodging will be reimbursed per our company policy. Wage is competitive, benefits are exceptional, and each team member has the opportunity to receive profit sharing each year.

Pay will be $30-$35 an hour

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Oskaloosa,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 17, 2025.

About Aerotek:

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.

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.

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.