Maxi Rig Large Drill Rig Operator

InterCon Construction; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

InterCon Construction in Madison, WI seeks an HDD Operator to lead directional drilling operations, oversee rig-site work, and ensure safety compliance. You will manage bore paths, run surveys, monitor rate of penetration, and train drilling trainees while supporting marketing activities for company products.

The role requires experience with HDD operations, a valid driver's license, and knowledge of drilling fluids and underground transmission systems. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with HDD operations, specifically running large drills.
• Knowledge of drilling contaminants, additives, and mud treatment.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; CDL preferred.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in underground oil/gas transmission systems.
• Understanding of safety regulations, OSHA, first aid and resuscitation methods.
• Knowledge of local and state regulations, rules, specifications, and operating practices.
• Ability to read and interpret.

Responsibilities

• Implement all directional drilling plans and oversee rig site operations.
• Manage well bore path, perform surveys, and monitor rate of penetration.
• Provide training to drilling trainees and support marketing of company products.
• Prepare and maintain required documentation and data records.
• Ensure safety in work areas and coordinate with client representatives.
• Maintain rig equipment and coordinate purchases for maintenance.

Skills

Safety awareness

Rig operation discipline

Reading & interpreting plans

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Survey equipment

Directional drill rigs

Job description

Job Requirements

The HDD Operator is responsible for controlling the direction of an HDD rig utilizing tools and configurations designed to steer the drill head.

Position Overview

Implement all directional drilling plans and procedures according to company plan and oversee all drilling operations of rig site and ensure compliance to all drilling objectives. Manage all well bore path and perform survey to compute and monitor all rate of penetration and maintain an efficient list of all directional tools. Perform survey on all equipment. Provide assistance and training to all drilling trainees and manage all marketing and sales activities for various company products and supervise efficient working of all processes. Execute all survey information for processes and ensure all objectives compatibility with various results. Administer all directional operations and analyze performance of all drilling procedures and assist all client representatives to resolve all issues and monitor job progress and maintain records of all data and prepare required documentation. Maintain and ensure efficiency in maintenance of all company assets and locations and ensure adequacy of all supplies and equipment for website and prepare records for all equipment present on rig in coordination with client representatives. Ensure safety in work areas at all times according to required standards and provide required training to all trainees and assess performance and administer all drilling rig operations. Collaborate with various departments to manage workflows for all rig projects and ensure efficient working of same and prepare schedules for all test activities on drilling rig. Prepare rig maintenance strategies and perform regular inspection on all drilling requirements and assist to purchase all equipment to ensure appropriate maintenance. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous experience with HDD operations, specifically running large drills. Knowledge of different drilling contaminants, additives, and mud treatment. Possession of a valid driver’s license with a good, clean driving record. CDL preferred. Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of underground oil/gas transmission systems. Fundamental understanding of safety regulations, OSHA regulations, first aid and methods of applying resuscitation. Knowledge of local and state regulations, rules, specifications, and operating practices. Ability to read and interpret. For full information follow application link.

InterCon Construction is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.