Directional Driller

AllSkills Recruiting; Village of Penn Yan (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AllSkills Recruiting is seeking experienced underground construction professionals to operate directional drilling and locating equipment for fiber infrastructure projects in NY/PA. This role requires hands-on HDD experience and the ability to follow detailed bore plans while coordinating with locators.

Operators and foremen must adhere to safety standards and be capable of working outdoors in diverse weather conditions. CDL A and OSHA tracking are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Current CDL Class A license is required.
• Underground utility construction experience is required.
• Hands-on HDD experience is required for operators/locators.
• Ability to read construction prints and utility markings.

Responsibilities

• Operate HDD equipment including Vermeer or Ditch Witch.
• Perform pilot bores, reaming, and conduit pullbacks.
• Coordinate with locator to maintain bore depth and clearance.
• Maintain bore logs and field documentation.
• Work safely around underground utilities.

Skills

HDD operation

Safety focus

Team coordination

Read construction prints

Conduit installation

Education

CDL Class A

OSHA 10/30

Tools

Vermeer

Ditch Witch

HDD locating systems

Job description

Penn Yan, United States | Posted on 10/23/2026

Directional Drill Operators / Locators Underground Fiber Construction - NY/PA

Allskils Recruiting has some great opportunitiesfor experienced underground construction professionals who can safely andefficiently operate Directional Drills and Locators for the installation of conduitand fiber infrastructure while working around existing utilities.

These are NOT an entry-level directionaldrilling position. Previous underground utility construction experience isrequired for Drill Operators and Locators.

EquipmentOperator- Foreman- $40.00 to start

EquipmentOperators- $38-$39

EquipmentOperators Foreman- - $40.00 to start

Directional Drill Operators / Drillers

Responsibilities include:

• Operate horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment, includingVermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar equipment
  
• Perform pilot bores, reaming, and product/conduit pullbacks
  
• Read and follow construction prints, bore profiles, and projectspecifications
  
• Coordinate continuously with the locator to maintain proper boredepth, direction, and clearance
  
• Adjust drilling techniques based on soil conditions, existingutilities, obstructions, and changing field conditions
  
• Walk and verify proposed bore paths before drilling
  
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance
  
• Properly set up and ground drilling equipment
  
• Maintain accurate bore logs, including depth and locationinformation
  
• Work safely around existing electric, gas, water, sewer,telecommunications, and other underground utilities
  
• Assist with potholing/daylighting existing utilities as required
  

HDD Locators

Responsibilities include:

• Operate electronic HDD locating equipment to accurately track thedrill head
  
• Maintain communication with the drill operator throughout the bore
  
• Monitor and communicate drill-head depth, pitch, direction, andposition
  
• Walk and verify the proposed bore path before drilling begins
  
• Identify potential conflicts with existing underground utilities
  
• Read and interpret construction drawings, utility prints, and fieldmarkings
  
• Calibrate and maintain locating equipment, sondes, and beacons
  
• Maintain accurate bore logs and field documentation
  
• Assist in determining appropriate bore paths around existingutilities and obstacles
  
• Help ensure proper clearances are maintained throughout drillingoperations
  
• Assist with potholing/daylighting utilities when required
  

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• Operators must have a current CDL Class A
  
• Previous underground utility construction experience
  
• Experienced Drill Operators and Locators must have hands-on HDDexperience
  
• Ability to safely work around existing underground utilities
  
• Ability to read and understand construction prints and utilitymarkings
  
• Knowledge of underground fiber and conduit installation
  
• Understanding of utility potholing/daylighting procedures
  
• Strong commitment to jobsite safety
  
• Ability to work outdoors in Nevada weather and changing fieldconditions
  
• Ability to perform physically demanding construction work
  
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
  
• Ability to travel between project locations as required
  
• Must be dependable and able to work as part of a production-orientedunderground construction crew
  

HIGHLY DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• HDD locating systems
  
• Underground telecommunications/fiber construction
  
• Bore logs and as-built documentation
  
• Hydro-vac excavation
  
• Excavators and mini excavators
  
• Installation of conduit, handholes, vaults, and pedestals
  
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
  
• CDL Class A
  
• Experience working around active electric, gas, water, sewer, andtelecommunications facilities
  

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We need experienced underground constructionprofessionals who understand that production and safety go hand-in-hand.
Drill Operators and Locators must be able towork together as a team, understand the bore plan, recognize potential utilityconflicts, communicate continuously, and safely complete undergroundinstallations without damaging existing infrastructure.
Heavy Equipment Operators must be comfortableexcavating in active utility environments and supporting high-productionunderground fiber crews.
Experienced HDD crews are strongly encouragedto apply.

HIGHLY DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• HDD locating systems
  
• Underground telecommunications/fiber construction
  
• Bore logs and as-built documentation
  
• Hydro-vac excavation
  
• Excavators and mini excavators
  
• Installation of conduit, handholes, vaults, and pedestals
  
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
  
• CDL Class A
  
• Experience working around active electric, gas, water, sewer, andtelecommunications facilities
  

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We need experienced underground constructionprofessionals who understand that production and safety go hand-in-hand.
Drill Operators and Locators must be able towork together as a team, understand the bore plan, recognize potential utilityconflicts, communicate continuously, and safely complete undergroundinstallations without damaging existing infrastructure.
Heavy Equipment Operators must be comfortableexcavating in active utility environments and supporting high-productionunderground fiber crews.
Experienced HDD crews are strongly encouragedto apply.