Directional Driller Operator

Henkels & McCoy; Manchester Township (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Henkels & McCoy in Manchester Township, Pennsylvania, is seeking a Directional Driller Operator who will operate horizontal/directional drill rigs efficiently while ensuring safety. Responsibilities include verifying utilities, maintaining job equipment, and preparing for bore shots.

The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma, relevant experience, and possess or obtain a CDL Class A license within 90 days. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential as the role involves working with various utilities.

Qualifications

• 1 year of relevant experience.
• CDL Class A license or obtain one in 90 days.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Ability to perform operator level troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Operate the drill rig efficiently.
• Pothole all utilities during the bore shot.
• Verify existing utilities before drilling.
• Inspect and maintain job equipment.

Skills

Hand-eye coordination

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Directional drill rigs

Mixing unit

Job description

Overview

Henkels & McCoy is an industry‑leading utility construction firm providing critical infrastructure construction and maintenance services for the power, oil & gas pipeline, gas distribution, and communication markets throughout North America. Founded in 1923, Henkels & McCoy adapts over 95 years of experience to the dynamic and evolving infrastructure needs of today. Henkels & McCoy has been recognized with an E. I. DuPont Safety Excellence Award and is a founding member of the ET&D Partnership, a collaborative industry partnership working to reduce fatalities, injuries, and illnesses in the electric line construction industry. H&M is a subsidiary of MasTec, a certified Minority‑Controlled Company by the National Minority Supplier.

As a Directional Driller Operator, operates horizontal/directional drill rigs, locates equipment, and product support equipment. Perform semi‑skilled activities related to HDD locating must be familiar with industry standards, policies, guidelines, and procedures. Join the MasTec family and help us provide the highest level of quality service to our customers and communities while maintaining our commitment to safety!

Responsibilities

• Operate the drill rig efficiently.
• Prepare job and drill so that the shot can be performed safely.
• Pothole all utilities that will either be paralleled or crossed during the bore shot.
• Verify existing utilities.
• Fill water tanks with water.
• Combine water with chemicals for boring according to the ground you are drilling in.
• Locate the drill head from point A to point B without hitting any utilities at the correct depth.
• Hook up swivel, reamer, and pipe product that will be pulled back to complete the bore shot.
• Before the bore shot is started, walk out bore shot to ensure all utilities have been located and develop a plan for going above or below each utility or obstacle in the bore path.
• Pull back the product with the correct hole opener and utilize the correct mud mixture to ensure that the product makes it from point B to point A.
• Inspect and maintain job equipment.
• Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma, or equivalent.
• 1 year of relevant experience.
• CDL Class A license or obtain one in 90 Days.
• OSHA 10 Certification.
• Precise hand‑eye coordination.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform operator level trouble shooting and maintenance of drill equipment/mixing unit.
• Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more and 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships.
• Ability to identify and distinguish colors of utility flags and markings on the ground.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience.
• Ability to clearly communicate instructions to assist with training.