Utilities Horizontal Drill Operator

Pay: $36–$40 per hour, based on proven HDD experienceRESPONSIBILITIESOperate HDD equipment safely and productively Perform daily inspections, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance Set up and anchor the drill correctly Read bore plans and coordinate continuously with the locator Monitor pitch, depth, rotation, thrust, pullback force, and drilling-fluid conditions Select appropriate tooling, reamers and drill heads Assist with mud mixing, potholing, reaming and product pullback Protect existing utilities and immediately stop work when conditions are unsafe Load, secure and transport equipment in compliance with company and DOT requirements Accurately document footage, materials, equipment hours and delays Support restoration and other crew activities when drilling is not underwayREQUIREMENTSMinimum two years of recent HDD operating experience Class A CDL and valid medical certificate Experience with Ditch Witch, Vermeer or comparable HDD rigs Experience drilling in congested utility environments Knowledge of drilling fluids, tooling and bore planning Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and daily equipment maintenance Acceptable driving record Ability to work outdoors and perform physical construction dutiesOSHA 10 preferred Applicants selected for final consideration will complete a paid practical field evaluation. When applying, identify the drill models, tooling, and locating systems you have used, your CDL status and the approximate footage you have installed. Employment is conditional upon required MVR, background check, drug screen, and FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

Pay Details: $36.00 to $40.00 per hour Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate toThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.