Horizontal Directional Driller - Telecom Construction

Ledcor Construction, Inc.; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Horizontal Directional Driller, where you will play a crucial role in advancing telecommunications infrastructure. This position involves operating specialized drilling equipment to install underground cables and conduits, ensuring compliance with safety standards and industry regulations. Collaborating with project managers and engineers, you'll contribute to a dynamic team focused on meeting project deadlines. With a commitment to employee well-being and a comprehensive benefits package, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the telecommunications field. If you're ready to take on new challenges in a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Dental Insurance

Vision Care

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Mental Health Resources

Retirement Package

Qualifications

• Experience in directional drilling and telecommunications is essential.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate drilling equipment for underground telecommunication installations.
• Coordinate drilling activities and ensure safety standards are met.

Skills

Directional Drilling

Locating Systems

Telecommunications Knowledge

Ability to Read Locates

Education

Valid Class 1 or Class 3 Driver’s License

Tools

Vermeer Series Drills

Falcon F2 & F5 Locating Systems

Job description

Horizontal Directional Driller - Telecom Construction

Location: Red Deer, AB, Canada
Date Posted: Apr 22, 2025
Job ID: R23705
Job Status: Full-Time

Description

You are a Horizontal Directional Driller in the telecommunication industry and have experience supporting utility maintenance and construction. You will be responsible for operating drilling equipment to install underground telecommunication cable and conduits. As a Horizontal Directional Driller, you will collaborate with project managers, engineers and other team members to meet deadlines safely and maintain industry standards, ensuring the precise and efficient placement of infrastructure.

Join the Ledcor Technical Services team and help advance telecommunications infrastructure across the Calgary, AB area.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Performs box locating, directional drilling, installation of conduits for various cables, installation of pedestals and concrete bases, flush mount vaults and enclosures.
• Safely operates directional drilling equipment and locating tools.
• Coordinates drilling activities with other activities, positioning or moving of loads and conduct in response to hand or audio signals from team members.
• Ensures health and safety is the number one goal by following policies, CVOR guidelines and always acting in a safe manner.
• Completes all required paperwork daily.
• Handles and distributes construction materials, loading and unloading vehicles with supplies, equipment, and removes all debris from work sites.

Qualifications:

• Must have previous directional drilling/locating experience (Vermeer series drills).
• Previous experience with Falcon F2 & F5 locating systems.
• Previous experience in telecommunications is an asset.
• Ability to read locates and identify discrepancies in the field.
• Must have and maintain a valid Class 1 or Class 3 driver’s license and a clean driver abstract.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Work Conditions:

• Travel to various sites across Alberta is required.
• Working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position which involves sitting, standing, bending, climbing, lifting (up to 50 pounds), working at heights, in confined spaces and in all types of weather conditions (rain, snow, heat etc.).
• Applicants that reside in the Calgary area will be given preference due to the location of this project.

Additional Information

Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.

We are committed to the long-term success and well-being of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.

Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email.