Junior Telecom Horizontal Directional Drill - Driller

GCS GROUP (GENERAL CONTRACTING SERVICES); Edmonton; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LOA and accommodations arranged for 2–

Job summary

GCS Group is seeking a Junior Telecom HDD Driller to join our field operations in Red Deer, Alberta. This entry-level operator role requires certifications and a strong willingness to learn, with a clear path for advancement.

You will work under experienced drillers on Ditch Witch equipment, supporting bore operations from setup to pullback, in a demanding but rewarding outdoor environment with year-round activity.

Qualifications

• Certifications must be completed and valid before first shift (firm hire condition).
• Basic knowledge of Ditch Witch HDD equipment is an asset.
• Mechanically inclined with willingness to learn from experienced operators.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate Ditch Witch HDD drill equipment under direct supervision of a senior driller.
• Assist with rig setup, rod handling, tooling changes, and equipment breakdown.
• Monitor drill console readings and report irregularities to the lead operator.
• Work in sync with the locating crew during bore operations.
• Perform basic daily maintenance and pre-shift equipment inspections.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and hazard-free throughout the shift.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Physically capable

Tools

Ditch Witch HDD equipment

Job description

Your First Seat on a Working Drill Crew

GCS Group is looking for a Junior Telecom HDD Driller to join our growing operations in Red Deer, Alberta. We run active underground telecom installation projects and our drill crews are busy year-round. This is an entry-level operator position - not a labour role. We want someone who is certified, physically ready for field work, and serious about building a career behind the controls.

You'll be working under the guidance of experienced operators on Ditch Witch equipment, learning how a professional drill crew runs a bore from setup to pullback. The hours are real, the work is demanding, and the opportunity to advance is genuine.

Duties & Expectations

• Operate Ditch Witch HDD drill equipment under direct supervision of a senior driller
• Assist with rig setup, rod handling, tooling changes, and equipment breakdown
• Monitor drill console readings and report any irregularities to the lead operator
• Work in sync with the locating crew during all bore operations
• Perform basic daily maintenance and pre-shift equipment inspections
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and hazard-free throughout the shift

What You Need

• All required certifications must be completed and valid before your first shift - this is a firm condition of hire
• Basic knowledge of Ditch Witch HDD equipment is an asset
• Mechanically inclined with a willingness to learn from experienced operators
• Strong work ethic and the ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work
• Valid driver's licence

GCS Group Benefits

• High-volume project work - we keep our operators busy
• Entry-level pay with real advancement potential
• Benefits package
• Christmas performance bonus
• LOA and accommodations arranged for workers traveling from beyond 100 km

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES

• Ground Disturbance Level 2 training certification;
• CSTS 2020 training certification
• Whmis 2015
• Clean abstract and valid drivers license

The best drillers in the trade all started somewhere. GCS Group is a strong place to begin.