Ready to Drill Big- Join Cannon as an HDD Operator

Cannon Companies; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cannon Companies is looking for a skilled HDD Operator to join our dynamic drill crew. This role involves operating advanced drilling rigs in challenging conditions to execute high-quality bores. We offer competitive pay, benefits from day one, and a supportive team culture that values your growth. If you're experienced in drilling and committed to safety, hit the apply button and join us in shaping the future!

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Pay

Paid Weekly

Day-one PTO

6 paid holidays

Full medical, dental, and vision

Life and disability insurance

Team-focused work culture

Qualifications

• 3+ years on HDD equipment or support gear.
• Proven experience drilling in mixed soils.
• Valid Class A CDL (tanker endorsement = bonus).

Responsibilities

• Operate drills up to 100k lbs under various conditions.
• Execute high-precision bores for utilities.
• Master TK, DCI, and magnetic locating tools.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Safety

Critical Thinking

Education

Class A CDL

Job description

Ready to Drill Big? Join Cannon as an HDD Operator!

Cannon Companies is on the hunt for a rockstar Horizontal Directional Drill Operator to power through challenging projects and elevate our elite drill crew. If you've got the skills, the grit, and a great attitude-we want YOU on our team!

What You'll Be Doing (And Crushing It At)

As our AT HDD Operator, you'll work with:

• Drills up to 100k lbs in all kinds of ground conditions-rock, native, you name it!
• Big pipe bores-we're talking up to 28" diameter
• Wireline locating tools that keep the project on point
• Mud reclaimers and smart drilling solutions

Whether you're boring under rivers or highways, navigating mountains, or dropping grade bores for power, water, sewer, or telecom-we do the cool, complex, high-stakes bores others avoid.

What Makes This Role Awesome

• Competitive Hourly Pay; Paid Weekly
• Day-one PTO and 6 paid holidays
• Full medical, dental, and vision
• Life and disability insurance
• A real team-focused, family-style work culture where your growth matters

A Day in the Life on Cannon's Drill Crew

You'll be the go-to for:

• Running badass rigs like Ditch Witch, Vermeer, American Auger
• Reading profiles like a boss and following through with high-precision bores
• Mastering TK, DCI, and magnetic locating tools
• Keeping the schedule tight, the worksite safe, and the client happy

Your Toolbox (aka What You Bring)

• 3+ years on HDD equipment or support gear (skid steers, vac trucks, crane trucks, etc.)
• Proven experience drilling in mixed soils & using the right mud mix
• Valid Class A CDL (tanker endorsement = bonus points)
• AT Drilling & walk-over locating know-how (grade bores = big win!)
• Great at troubleshooting, thinking critically, and owning your work
• Serious about safety-no shortcuts here
• Ready to travel, stay flexible, and jump in when needed

️ The Fine Print

This is a Safety Sensitive Position. You must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check. Cannon Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer-diversity is part of our strength.

Ready to Join the Cannon Crew?

Smash that apply button! Our 3-minute mobile-friendly application gets you one step closer to joining the most badass drill team around.

Let's connect the future-one bore at a time.

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