HDD Laborer (Philadelphia, PA)

Drill Tech, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Drill-Tech is seeking HDD Laborers to support horizontal directional drilling crews on underground utility projects in Philadelphia, PA. This hands-on field position involves assisting with daily operations, equipment setup, material handling, and general construction tasks.

While prior HDD experience helps, candidates with a strong construction background are welcome. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required; travel is project-based and local to the Mid-Atlantic region.

Qualifications

• Construction or underground utility experience preferred.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors.
• Valid driver's license.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Reliable transportation to and from the jobsite.

Responsibilities

• Assist HDD crews with daily field operations
• Support drilling, reaming, pullback, and pipe installation
• Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment
• Assist with equipment setup and cleanup
• Help maintain clean and organized jobsites
• Perform general labor duties as assigned
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Work closely with foremen and equipment operators

Job description

Company Headquarters: Chester, MD

Project Location: Philadelphia, PA

Travel: Project-based travel as needed

Job Type: Full-Time

Overview

Drill-Tech is seeking HDD Laborers to support horizontal directional drilling crews on underground utility projects in Philadelphia, PA.

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 assisting HDD crews with daily operations, equipment setup, material handling, and general construction activities. Previous HDD experience is helpful but not required for candidates with a strong construction background.

Responsibilities

• Assist HDD crews with daily field operations
• Support drilling, reaming, pullback, and pipe installation
• Load and unload materials, tools, and equipment
• Assist with equipment setup and cleanup
• Help maintain clean and organized jobsites
• Perform general labor duties as assigned
• Follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Work closely with foremen and equipment operators

Qualifications

• Construction or underground utility experience preferred
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors
• Valid driver's license
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Reliable transportation to and from the jobsite

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in underground utility construction
• Experience working around HDD equipment
• OSHA 10 Certification
• Class A CDL or interest in obtaining one
• Experience operating small equipment such as skid steers or mini excavators

Benefits

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