Local HDD Operator: Fiber Install, Home Every Night

Telecon-Design-USA; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & 10 Paid Holidays

Company-Paid Life, AD&D, and Short- &/

Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

Telecon is seeking an experienced Horizontal Directional Drill Operator (HDD) for a local Tacoma, WA position. You will run an HDD rig on mainline installs and road crossings, coordinating with the locator to place duct and cable underground while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has at least 1+ year as the main operator, can read bore plans, mix drilling fluids, and perform daily equipment inspections.

Qualifications

• Experience as main operator of a directional drill (minimum 1+ years).
• Ability to read bore plans and prints, and independently mix drilling fluid from day one.
• Working knowledge of bend radius, grade calculations, and reamer sizing.
• Commitment to safety and ability to work under production pressure with a crew.

Responsibilities

• Operate the HDD rig on mainline installs and road crossings to place cable and duct.
• Collaborate with the locator to keep bore on plan and avoid utilities.
• Prepare drilling fluid based on soil conditions prior to boring.

Skills

HDD experience

Read bore plans

OSHA safety knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Team collaboration

Job description

Telecon is seeking an experienced Horizontal Directional Drill Operator (HDD) for a local Tacoma, WA position. You will run an HDD rig on mainline installs and road crossings, coordinating with the locator to place duct and cable underground while ensuring safety and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has at least 1+ year as the main operator, can read bore plans, mix drilling fluids, and perform daily equipment inspections.