Drill Operator

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Weekly payments

All equipment provided

Career advancement opportunities

Weekly pay per foot

Job summary

Utilities One Group in Tampa, FL seeks an experienced Drill Operator with strong HDD expertise to join our team. You will drill and install underground utilities, read engineering plans, and travel to project sites across Florida, ensuring safety and quality on fast-paced infrastructure projects.

Requirements include 3+ years HDD/drilling experience, a valid Class A CDL, and proven capability to operate heavy equipment. Expect to work in all weather conditions and frequent travel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years HDD/Drilling experience.
• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Experience operating heavy construction equipment (drilling/boring).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans.
• Able to sit, stand, bend, walk and ride in vehicles for extended periods.
• Willing to work in all-weather environments and travel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work areas before drilling.
• Operate HDD machines for underground cable installation.
• Install underground utilities and related tasks.
• Locate utilities with appropriate systems.
• Travel to job sites and perform tasks with quality and professionalism.
• Complete required documentation.

Skills

HDD/Drilling

CDL Class A

Heavy equipment ops

Plans interpretation

Physical stamina

Travel readiness

Job description

Description

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

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).

Department: Operations

Location: United States - Tampa, FL

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