HDD Operator: Fiber & Utilities (CDL)

Omni Underground, inc.; Fowler (CA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Omni Underground, inc. is seeking an experienced Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator in Fowler, California. The successful candidate will operate Ditch Witch JT10, JT25, and JT28 drills to install underground utilities. Responsibilities include operating drilling equipment safely, completing utility installations, and maintaining accurate logs of equipment usage.

Applicants should possess a minimum of 2 years of HDD experience, a valid Class A CDL, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive hourly compensation ranging from $28 to $32.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Horizontal Directional Drilling experience operating HDD equipment.
• Experience installing fiber optic, telecommunications, electrical, gas, and joint trench utilities.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Ditch Witch JT10, JT25, and JT28 horizontal directional drilling equipment.
• Complete precision bores for fiber optic, telecommunications, power, and gas installations.
• Perform equipment inspections and maintain daily equipment logs.

Skills

Horizontal Directional Drilling experience

Operating Ditch Witch JT10, JT25, JT28

Reading utility plans and bore profiles

Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Education

Valid Class A CDL with clean driving record

Tools

Ditch Witch equipment

Vacuum excavation equipment

Excavators

Backhoes

Job description

Omni Underground, inc. is seeking an experienced Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator in Fowler, California. The successful candidate will operate Ditch Witch JT10, JT25, and JT28 drills to install underground utilities. Responsibilities include operating drilling equipment safely, completing utility installations, and maintaining accurate logs of equipment usage.

Applicants should possess a minimum of 2 years of HDD experience, a valid Class A CDL, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive hourly compensation ranging from $28 to $32.