HDD Roughneck - The Crossing Company Light Rig Division

The Crossing Group; Taber; Hybrid; CAD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel to worksites paid

LOA where applicable

Accommodations provided on project

PPE provided

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

The Crossing Company – Light Rig Division is seeking a HDD Roughneck in Taber, AB. This hands-on role requires running an HDD rig, handling drill pipe and equipment, and supporting the crew across Western Canada.

You must be dependable, safety-minded, and willing to work outdoors, day or night, in all weather. We offer competitive wages with overtime, travel to sites, accommodations where applicable, PPE, and a safety-first culture with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Physically demanding, hands-on HDD rig work.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license; Class 1 preferred.
• Safety tickets: SFA, H2S Alive, GDII, PCST, CSTS 2020.

Responsibilities

• Perform the physical, labour-intensive work of running an HDD rig.
• Handle drill pipe, tooling, and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support the Driller and crew through every stage of the bore.
• Keep the worksite clean, organized, and safe.
• Work outdoors in all conditions, day or night.

Skills

Hard worker

Safety-minded

Team player

Outdoor work

HDD experience

Class 5 license

Safety tickets

Job description

HDD Roughneck - The Crossing Company Light Rig Division

Job Category: Field

Requisition Number: HDDRO001078

• Posted : August 24, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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The Crossing Company - LRD South
Taber, AB T1G2E1, CAN

The Crossing Company – Light Rig Division (LRD) is growing, and we're looking for experienced, motivated, and safety-focused individuals to join our team. As one of North America's largest trenchless construction companies, our people are the reason we lead — and we're committed to helping you build a long, rewarding career in the field.

This is hands-on, physical work for people who take pride in putting in a hard day and backing up their crew. As a Roughneck on our HDD rigs, you'll be on the front line of pipeline construction projects across Western Canada — handling drill pipe and tooling, moving equipment, and doing the labour that keeps the rig turning. If you're dependable, safety-minded, and not afraid to work in any weather, we want you on our team.

What You'll Do

• Perform the physical, labour-intensive work of running an HDD rig
• Handle drill pipe, tooling, and equipment safely and efficiently
• Support the Driller and crew through every stage of the bore
• Keep the worksite clean, organized, and safe
• Work outdoors in all conditions, day or night

What We're Looking For

• A hard worker — this role is physically demanding, and we want people who thrive on that
• A strong commitment to safety — for yourself and everyone on your crew
• Reliability and a team-first attitude
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and terrain
• HDD or drilling rig experience is an asset
• Valid Class 5 driver's license required; Class 1 strongly preferred
• Safety tickets: SFA (Standard/Intermediate First Aid), H2S Alive, GDII, PCST, CSTS 2020
• 12-hour rotating day/night shifts, with rotations
• Willingness to travel to job sites across Western Canada
• Ability to successfully pass pre-employment and periodic drug and alcohol testing

What We Offer

• Competitive wages based on your position and experience, plus daily and weekly overtime

Premium for holding an experienced Class 1 driver's license

• Comprehensive benefits — dental, vision, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid travel to and from worksites, plus Living Out Allowance (LOA) where applicable
• Accommodations provided while on project
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
• A genuine safety-first culture and real opportunities to grow and move up

Ready to Get to Work?
If you're ready to work hard and grow with a team that's got your back, we want to hear from you.

We thank all applicants for their interest in The Crossing Company – Light Rig Division. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.