Equipment Operator (Utility)

Price Electric
📍 Des Moines, IA, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 20, 2026

Job Description

PRICE ELECTRIC is seeking a skilled, team-focused Equipment Operator – Utility to support horizontal directional drilling (HDD) operations. This role is ideal for a dependable operator who takes pride in organized, high-quality work and values safety, teamwork, and consistency. The position supports underground utility installations across Central Iowa.



What You'll Do:


+ Review and understand project plans, specifications, and expectations using company applications and digital tools

+ Plan and execute accurate jobsite setups, including bore rig positioning, down-hole tooling selection, and fluid mixing

+ Operate HDD drilling equipment (Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar)

+ Proficiently locate the driller using locating equipment (e.g., DCI)

+ Operate and maintain heavy equipment, tooling, and related machinery

+ Secure equipment for transport and, if properly licensed, haul equipment to and from job sit...

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Job Details

  • Location Des Moines, IA
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date June 20, 2026
  • Application Deadline June 24, 2026