Equipment Operator (Chester, MD)

Drill Tech, LLC; Chester (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Drill-Tech, LLC in Chester, Maryland is seeking an HDD Equipment Operator to support horizontal directional drilling crews on underground utility projects in Chester, MD. This hands-on field role involves operating HDD equipment and collaborating with foremen and crew members to ensure safe, efficient drilling operations.

Headquartered in Chester, Drill-Tech performs HDD and underground utility work across the Mid- Atlantic region.

Qualifications

• Experience operating HDD equipment or related heavy equipment.
• Experience with Vermeer 23x30, 24x40, or similar directional drills preferred.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel as project needs require.

Responsibilities

• Operate HDD equipment during drilling operations.
• Assist with drilling, reaming, pullback, and pipe installation.
• Operate support equipment including skid steers, excavators, and loaders.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with mud mixing and drilling fluid management.
• Support equipment mobilization and demobilization.
• Work closely with foremen, locators, and field crews.
• Maintain safe work practices and jobsite standards.

Skills

Operate HDD equipment

Operate field equipment

Tools

Vermeer 23x30/24x40 drills

Skid steers / loaders

Job description

Job Details

• Company Headquarters: Chester, MD
• Project Location: Chester, MD
• Travel: Project-based travel as needed
• Job Type: Full-Time

Overview

Drill-Tech is seeking an HDD Equipment Operator to support horizontal directional drilling crews on underground utility projects in Chester, Maryland.

Headquartered in Chester, Maryland, Drill-Tech performs HDD and underground utility work throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

This is a hands-on field position responsible for operating HDD equipment and supporting drilling operations while working closely with foremen, locators, and crew members.

Responsibilities

• Operate HDD equipment during drilling operations
• Assist with drilling, reaming, pullback, and pipe installation
• Operate support equipment including skid steers, excavators, and loaders
• Perform daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance
• Assist with mud mixing and drilling fluid management
• Support equipment mobilization and demobilization
• Work closely with foremen, locators, and field crews
• Maintain safe work practices and jobsite standards

Qualifications

• Experience operating HDD equipment or related heavy equipment
• Experience with Vermeer 23x30, 24x40, or similar directional drills preferred
• Experience operating skid steers, excavators, loaders, or similar equipment
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work outdoors and travel as project needs require

Preferred Qualifications

• Class A CDL
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
• Experience operating Vermeer 100-series drills or larger HDD equipment
• Experience with 300,000 lb or 500,000 lb maxi rigs
• Experience with mud systems, drilling fluids, pumps, and recyclers
• Experience with DigiTrak or ParaTrack locating systems
• Experience with McElroy fusion equipment

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing HDD contractor