Drill Operator

Utilities One Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 109,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payments

All equipment provided

Career advancement opportunities

Weekly pay per foot

Job summary

Utilities One is seeking an experienced Drill Operator to join our Colorado Region in Denver. You will operate Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) machines to install underground cables and read engineering plans, ensuring safety and quality on-site.

The role offers weekly payments, competitive compensation, and career advancement opportunities. A minimum of 3 years HDD/drilling experience and a valid Class A CDL are required, with willingness to travel across Colorado.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years HDD/drilling experience
• Valid Class A CDL required
• Experience operating drilling and boring equipment
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans

Responsibilities

• Perform preparatory work before drilling operations
• Operate HDD machines for underground cable installation
• Install underground utilities including boring and trenching
• Locate utilities using a locating system
• Travel to job sites and maintain safety and quality

Skills

HDD/Drilling experience

Valid Class A CDL

Heavy equipment operation

Reading engineering plans

Travel & weather tolerance

Job description

Description

Department: Operations

Location: United States - Denver, CO

Compensation: $2,000 - $4,000 / week

Description

Utilities One is seeking an experienced Drill Operator to join our team in the Colorado Region. This role is ideal for candidates with strong experience in Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) and underground utility installation, who are ready to work in a fast-paced environment and contribute to high-quality infrastructure projects across Colorado.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preparatory work before drilling operations;
• Operate Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) machines for underground cable installation;
• Install underground utilities, including boring, trenching, and related tasks;
• Operate and locate utilities using an appropriate locating system;
• Remove and transfer poles, set and install new underground cables;
• Ensure proper clearances and compliance with installation standards;
• Maintain the safety of the public and protect underground utility facilities;
• Analyze job sites and complete required paperwork and documentation;
• Investigate company service complaints and perform necessary repairs;
• Travel to job sites as needed and perform assigned tasks with high quality and professionalism;
• Perform other duties as assigned to support successful project completion.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• At least 3 years of HDD/Drilling experience;
• Valid Class A CDL required;
• Proven experience operating heavy construction equipment, especially drilling and boring machinery;
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications;
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, walk, and ride in vehicles for extended periods;
• Willingness to work in all-weather environments and travel as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation;
• Weekly payments (every Friday);
• All equipment and tools provided;
• Career advancement opportunities;
• Weekly pay range varies depending on productivity (paid per foot).