Horizontal Directional Drill Operator / Laborer

Arrow Construction; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Overtime pay

Job summary

Arrow Construction seeks an HDD Operator/Laborer to safely operate drilling equipment and install underground utilities, including conduit, water, and fiber. You will read bore plans, perform inspections, and keep precise logs while maintaining safety and efficiency on active projects.

The role requires knowledge of drilling operations, underground safety, and equipment maintenance, with the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating HDD equipment.
• Experience with utility installation and underground construction.
• Knowledge of job site safety and excavation laws.
• Ability to read utility prints and bore profiles.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred if required.
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal directional drilling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Interpret bore plans, utility locates, and job site drawings.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
• Maintain bore paths and product installation to project specifications.
• Communicate with locator and crew during drilling operations.
• Set up, clean up, and restore job sites as directed.
• Read and follow safety rules, job hazard analyses, and company policies.
• Troubleshoot and make operational adjustments as needed.
• Load and transport equipment to and from job sites when necessary.
• Maintain accurate daily logs and production records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HDD operation

Reading utility prints

Safety compliance

Layout/bore profiles

Driver's license (CDL preferred)

Drug screen & background check

Attention to detail

Job description

Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator/Laborer

Job Summary

The Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of horizontal directional drilling equipment to install underground utilities such as conduit, water, sewer, gas, and fiber. This position requires knowledge of drilling operations, underground safety, and equipment maintenance to ensure projects are completed on time and according to company and OSHA safety standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal directional drilling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Interpret bore plans, utility locates, and job site drawings.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
• Maintain bore paths and product installation to project specifications.
• Communicate with locator and crew during drilling operations.
• Set up, clean up, and restore job sites as directed.
• Read and follow safety rules, job hazard analyses, and company policies.
• Troubleshoot and make operational adjustments as needed.
• Load and transport equipment to and from job sites when necessary.
• Maintain accurate daily logs and production records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience operating HDD equipment.
• Experience with utility installation and underground construction.
• Working knowledge of job site safety and excavation laws.
• Ability to read utility prints and bore profiles.
• Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred if required).
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check.
• Strong attention to detail and safety.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods.
• Visual acuity to see color-coded utilities and markings.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Health, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Overtime as applicable.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.