HDD Operator

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

This position may be filled as a Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3 HDD Drill Operator.

• The Driller will be using the in-house directional drill, creating a directional drill plan; and executing the plan.
• Daily work will involve traveling to different job site locations, surveying, planning, and executing directional bores to place client facilities.
• Must have full knowledge of underground piping, conduit, cable, and fiber installation operations.
• The operator will be responsible for directional drilling, locating, and reading prints.

WHAT YOU GET TO DO

• Reviewing blueprints or other plans to determine where to begin drilling holes.
• Inspect the progress of a drill site at regular intervals to ensure that it is progressing according to schedule.
• Analyze job locations for utility lines, permitting, and traffic control to complete construction activities without quality defects, safety incidents or any type of property damage.
• Complete daily inspections and reporting of maintenance issues on vehicles, trailers, and equipment.
• Perform service, safety checks, check oil and fluids, and minor repairs on equipment.
• Visually assess digging areas to ensure it has been properly staked/located prior to digging.
• Safe operation of directional drills, trenching, or excavating equipment when needed.
• Perform laborer requirements and responsibilities as needed.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Perform a variety of tasks requiring the use of hand tools and power tools and motorized equipment.
• Communicates with supervisor daily to turn in required reports, bore logs, etc...
• Ability to properly clean and maintain the equipment, including winterizing equipment.
• Strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work.
• Ensures all work is performed to quality standard while always complying with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices/policies & procedures according to EPC and OSHA/ANSI standards.
• Assist with filling water tanks and adding chemicals when needed.
• Hook up proper equipment such as reamer, swivel etc.
• Make minor repairs/change out wearable parts such as jaw dyes etc.

WHAT WILL HELP YOU STAND OUT

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• At least 1 year of drilling and equipment operator experience.
• Knowledge of reading prints.
• Working knowledge of telecommunications
• Knowledge of underground potholing and locating
• Ability to operate equipment, including, but not limited to directional drills, locating systems, trencher, backhoe, and excavators.
• Work with the locator/operator to locate utilities during the boring process
• Must have the ability to work safely, with or without supervision.
• Able to safely work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to listen to and implement directions.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Daily inspection of bore rig and other equipment.
• Ability to navigate various terrains, manage equipment, safety equipment, and tools. Basic understanding of power and how the strike alert & grounding works and when to use it.
• Operating a variety of drilling equipment, excavators, locators, air compressors, missiles, or willingness to learn
• A Class A CDL with tanker and hazmat endorsements is preferred.
• HDD certifications are preferred.

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING

• Full-time opportunity in a fast-growth company!
• Opportunity to work autonomously.
• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement plan with company match
• Company paid time off.
• Weekly paychecks!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Overtime

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $28