Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator

Rapid Wire LLC; Tacoma (WA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Résumé du poste

Rapid Wire LLC is seeking a Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Operator to lead the setup and execution of underground bore work, including pulling conduit and fiber, with a focus on safety and quality. You will work with the Outside Plant team to complete projects from start to finish on job sites.

The role requires 3+ years of HDD experience, a CDL Class A license (airbrake endorsement preferred), and the ability to travel and work long hours when needed. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Horizontal Directional Drilling experience.
• Strong knowledge of underground utilities.
• Understanding of DOT regulations (Vehicle and Operator Qualifications).
• Ability to read and follow quality and safety policies.

Responsabilités

• Operate Horizontal Directional Drill.
• Assist potholing and remediation.
• Assist with setting hand holes and tie-ins.
• Drive equipment to job site.
• Coordinate with locator/lead on bore path.
• Set up drill, water tanks and grounding equipment.
• Monitor safety and production, perform pre/post inspections.

Connaissances

HDD operation

Safety compliance

CDL Class A

Bilingual EN/ES

Outils

Horizontal Directional Drill

Description du poste

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Operator

RAPID WIRE / UNDERGROUND CONSTRUCTION

The Directional Drilling Operator will be primarily responsible for setup and completion of drilling variable sized underground holes and pulling back required conduit. Drilling Operator will work with the Outside Plant Supervisor, the Locator and the Laborers to complete job requirements from start to finish on outside plant projects including digging boring pit, directional boring, pulling back of conduit, splicing of conduit sections, pulling fiber through conduit, setting hand holes, backfilling and seeding, core drilling and pot holing, building penetrations and close out pictures and redlines.

Responsibilities

• Operate Horizontal Directional Drill
• Assist in potholing and remediation
• Assist with setting hand holes and completing tie ins
• Drive equipment to job site
• Confirms with locator/lead the bore path to drill
• Set equipment up including the drill, water tanks and grounding the machine
• Drill out following the predetermined drill path to the exit pit
• Communicate with the locator/lead via radio to confirm the location of the drill head
• Assist with the install of proper pulling gear and hook up product
• Reverse process to install product
• Oversee laborers and/or crew member’s work and monitor time usage
• Conduct post-job quality checks
• Clean, check fluid levels and conduct a visual inspection of vehicle/equipment to assure your vehicle/equipment is performing at optimum safety, perform the required pre-trip, post trip inspections and the required paperwork, perform needed maintenance including winterizing equipment.
• Communicates with Supervisor daily to turn in required paperwork (i.e. Bore log, vehicle maintenance reports, etc.)
• Follows specifications for the job and company policies
• Complies with safety procedures while driving and at job site
• Strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work

Reports To

• OSP Operations Manager

Position Qualifications

• 3+ years of demonstrated Horizontal Directional Drilling experience
• Strong knowledge of underground utilities
• Working knowledge of DOT regulations (Vehicle and Operator Qualifications)
• Understanding of client and company work specifications
• Ability to comply with the “Operator’s Manual” for your particular equipment
• Ability to read and comprehend and follow all quality/safety policies and procedures
• Self-motivated, safety, quality and production minded
• Maintain valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A, with airbrake endorsement)
• Ability to work in all types of weather
• Knowledge of underground pot holing preferred
• Self-motivated, safety, quality and production minded
• English and Spanish language preferred.

Prerequisites

• Must complete and pass a pre‑employment drug & alcohol screen.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical
• Must be able to work long hours and weekends if needed.
• Ability to travel as required.