Drill Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Equipment provided

Career growth

Paid per foot

Job summary

Utilities One Group in the Pacific Northwest seeks an experienced Drill Operator to join our Operations team. The role centers on Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) for underground utility installation across the Pacific Northwest, requiring strong drilling experience and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates must hold a valid Class A CDL, read engineering plans, and travel to job sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years HDD/drilling experience.
• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Experience with underground utility installation and reading plans.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sites before drilling operations.
• Operate HDD machines for underground cable installation.
• Install underground utilities including boring and trenching.
• Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• Travel to job sites as needed and perform assigned tasks with quality.
• Maintain safety and comply with installation standards.
• Complete required paperwork and documentation.

Skills

HDD/drilling experience

Read engineering plans

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Department:

Operations

Location:

United States - Salem, OR

Compensation:

$2,000 - $4,000 / week

Description

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).