Experienced HDD Driller — Underground Utility Projects

Drill Tech, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Drill-Tech is seeking an experienced Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Driller to operate HDD equipment on underground utility projects in Philadelphia, PA. This hands-on field role requires safe operation, following project plans, and collaborating with locators, foremen, and crew.

Applicants should have 3+ years of HDD operation and 7+ years on an HDD crew, with Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar rigs. A valid driver's license and ability to work outdoors are required; certifications are a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of proven experience operating horizontal directional drilling equipment.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience working as part of an HDD crew.
• Experience operating Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar HDD equipment.
• Experience completing pilot bores, reaming, pullback, and pipe installation.
• Ability to read and understand prints, bore plans, and utility markings
• Knowledge of drill tooling, reamers, drilling fluids, and changing ground conditions
• Ability to safely maintain and troubleshoot HDD equipment
• Valid driver's license

Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal directional drilling equipment safely and efficiently
• Complete pilot bores, reaming, pullback, and pipe installation
• Work closely with locators to maintain the planned bore path
• Read and understand project plans, utility maps, bore profiles, and utility markings
• Select appropriate drill heads, tooling, reamers, and drilling methods
• Monitor drilling pressures, fluid returns, ground conditions, and equipment performance
• Adjust drilling methods based on changing soil and ground conditions
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and drilling-related issues
• Assist with equipment setup, breakdown, and jobsite organization
• Communicate production progress and jobsite concerns to the foreman
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures

Skills

HDD operator

Field safety

Team communication

Tools

Vermeer HDD

Ditch Witch

Job description

Drill-Tech is seeking an experienced Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Driller to operate HDD equipment on underground utility projects in Philadelphia, PA. This hands-on field role requires safe operation, following project plans, and collaborating with locators, foremen, and crew.

Applicants should have 3+ years of HDD operation and 7+ years on an HDD crew, with Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar rigs. A valid driver's license and ability to work outdoors are required; certifications are a plus.