Drill Operator

Utilities One Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 55,350 - 64,575; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Weekly payments

All equipment and tools provided

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A utility services provider in Seattle, WA, is seeking an experienced Drill Operator with at least 2 years in HDD and underground utility installation. The role requires Spanish language skills and a valid Class A CDL. Responsibilities include preparing for drilling, operating HDD machines, and ensuring safety. Benefits include competitive compensation, weekly payments, and career advancement opportunities. Ideal candidates thrive in fast-paced environments and are committed to high-quality infrastructure projects across the Pacific Northwest.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of HDD/Drilling experience.
• Spanish Language is an advantage.
• Valid Class A CDL required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preparatory work before drilling operations.
• Operate HDD machines for underground cable installation.
• Install underground utilities, including boring and trenching.
• Ensure safety and protect underground utility facilities.
• Complete required paperwork and documentation.

Skills

HDD/Drilling experience

Spanish Language

Valid Class A CDL

Operating heavy construction equipment

Reading engineering plans

Ability to work in all-weather environments

Job description

Description

Department: Operations

Location: United States - Seattle, WA

Compensation: $300 - $350 / day

Utilities One is seeking an experienced Drill Operator with Spanish language skills 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 2 years of HDD/Drilling experience.
• Spanish Language is an advantage.
• 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).