Drill Operator

Utilities One Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 91,000 - 182,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly payments

All equipment provided

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Utilities One Group is seeking an experienced Drill Operator for the Pacific Northwest region, based in Portland, OR. The role focuses on HDD procedures, underground utility installation, and site coordination across diverse projects.

Requires 3+ years HDD experience and a valid Class A CDL, with capability to operate heavy drilling equipment and read engineering plans. Weekly pay, company-provided tools, and opportunities for advancement are offered.

Qualifications

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

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.
• Remove and transfer poles, set and install new underground cables.
• Ensure proper clearances and safety when installing utilities.
• Maintain public safety and protect underground facilities.
• Analyze job sites and complete required paperwork.
• Investigate service complaints and perform repairs.
• Travel to job sites and perform tasks with quality and professionalism.
• Perform other duties to support project completion.

Skills

HDD/Drilling experience

Valid Class A CDL

Operate heavy construction equipment

Read engineering plans

Physical stamina and travel readiness

Travel to job sites

Job description

Description

Department: Operations

Location: United States - Portland, OR

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

Utilities One is seeking an experienced Drill Operator to join our team in the Pacific Northwest 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 the Pacific Northwest.

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).