Experienced Crew Member – Directional Drilling **Advanced Directional Drilling** 1 Positions ID: 78521 Posted On 08/18/2025 **Job Overview** **Job Title:** **Underground Construction Laborer – Directional Drilling** **Department:** Field Operations **Reports To:** Crew Foreman / Supervisor **Job Type:** Full-Time **Location:** Dubuque, IA **Pay Rate:** Based on Experience **Job Summary:** We are seeking an Experienced Crew Member for our Directional Drilling Crew. This position plays a vital role in the installation of underground utilities using Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) methods. The ideal candidate is physically capable, safety-focused, and eager to learn and grow within the utility construction industry. **Key Responsibilities:** + Assist in the setup, operation, and breakdown of directional drilling equipment. + Excavate, trench, and backfill job sites manually or with small equipment as needed. + Handle materials such as conduit, cable, piping, drilling mud, and tools. + Support bore crews with drilling fluid mixing, site prep, and equipment movement. + Maintain clean and organized job sites and equipment. + Follow all company and industry safety protocols, including PPE use and safe excavation practices. + Use hand tools and power tools as required. + Spot and assist operators around equipment and in traffic areas. + Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel to different job sites as required. **Qualifications:** **Required:** + Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. + Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods (lifting up to 75 lbs, digging, standing, etc.). + Willingness to work in outdoor environments and in all weather conditions. + Strong work ethic and positive attitude. + Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team. **Preferred:** + Experience in underground utility construction or directional drilling. + CDL Class A (or willingness to obtain). + Knowledge of safe digging practices and utility locating. **Working Conditions:** + Outdoor work in variable weather conditions. + Physically demanding tasks including lifting, bending, digging, and standing for long periods. + Travel to local and regional job sites may be required. + Possible overtime, weekend, or on-call work depending on project demands. **Benefits:** + Home every night. + Competitive hourly wage and overtime pay. + Health, dental, and vision insurance. + Retirement plan with company match. + Paid time off and holidays. + Training and advancement opportunities in HDD operations and utility construction. Primary Contact 1750779022584 Dan McDermott , Phone Phone Phone Fax dan@advanceddirectional.com Email False False False **Job Details** Categories Construction/Skilled Trades Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Benefits Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement Plan PTO (Paid Time Off) **Qualifications** Experience 1-2 Years Company ID 71623 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250818 End Date 20250918 Featured Job 0 TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Industrial Maintenance Technician – Nights, Rota Progressive Processing, LLC- A Hormel Company Experienced Communication Lineman Advanced Directional Drilling Enter Level Crew Member - Directional Drilling Advanced Directional Drilling Concrete Production Team Member Sedona Staffing Services Experienced Electrician IBEW Local Union 704 Experienced Painters Express Employment Professionals Material Delivery Professional – MDP BARD Materials **Share this Job** Advanced Directional Drilling **About the Company** Advanced Directional Drilling is a fast-growing utility construction contractor headquartered in Dubuque, IA. We offer underground construction, aerial construction, fiber/coax splicing, hydro excavation, and utility locating services throughout the tri-state area.