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Directional Drill Operator needed in Lake Helen, FL, supporting underground utility projects across Central Florida, primarily between Jacksonville and Melbourne with heavy work in Orange, Brevard, and Seminole Counties! This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing underground utility contractor with a strong reputation as a preferred HDD partner, modern Vermeer equipment, and a clear path for career growth from operator roles into leadership.

Qualifications and responsibilities for this Directional Drill Operator position include:

• Prior HDD, underground utility, telecommunications, utility construction, or maintenance experience required.
• Operate horizontal directional drill equipment, primarily Vermeer, for underground pipe installation.
• Valid CDL required; CDL Class A preferred, with a clean driving record, background check, and drug screen required.
• Assist with 2-inch to 30-inch pipe installations for potable water, force mains, reclaimed water, sewer, and power infrastructure.
• Operate and support equipment such as fusing machines, mini excavators, utility trucks, and related construction equipment.
• Read prints and interpret utility maps to identify underground utility type and size.
• Perform hand digging, utility locating, flagging, site restoration, and general construction labor.
• HDPE Fusion Certification, fusible PVC experience, and DataLogger software experience are a plus.

Salary: $18 - $26 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Benefits: This full-time, permanent, direct-hire position offers great benefits including Florida Blue medical, dental, vision, Roth IRA, 40 hours vacation annually, paid Christmas-New Year shutdown, and a $200 annual boot voucher after 90 days.

DAVRON is the leading Headhunter and Executive Search firm for Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Manufacturing professionals nationwide. Our recruiters have direct communication with hiring managers allowing us to get you in front of company decision makers. You also receive one-on-one interview preparation and insider coaching from staffing experts to help you every step of the way. We want to see you thrive in challenging work environments that bring you excitement and prosperity in your career!

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DIRECTIONAL DRILL OPERATOR | HDD OPERATOR | DRILL OPERATOR | UNDERGROUND UTILITY OPERATOR | CDL | CDL CLASS A | VERMEER | DITCH WITCH | HDPE FUSION | POTABLE WATER | FORCE MAINS | UTILITY CONSTRUCTION