Utilities Horizontal Drill Operator

Adecco US, Inc.; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Utilities installation Horizontal Directional Drill Operator in Phoenix, AZ. Full-time position offering $36–$40 per hour based on HDD experience.

Responsibilities include operating HDD equipment, inspections, and coordinating with locators to protect utilities. Requirements: minimum two years HDD experience, Class A CDL with valid medical certificate, experience with Ditch Witch or Vermeer rigs, ability to work outdoors, OSHA 10 preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of recent HDD operating experience.
• Class A CDL and valid medical certificate.
• Experience with HDD rigs like Ditch Witch or Vermeer.
• Ability to work outdoors in congested utility environments.
• OSHA 10 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate HDD equipment safely and productively.
• Perform daily inspections, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance.
• Set up and anchor the drill correctly.
• Read bore plans and coordinate with the locator.
• Monitor pitch, depth, rotation, thrust, pullback and mud conditions.
• Select appropriate tooling and drill heads.
• Assist with mud mixing, potholing, reaming and product pullback.
• Protect existing utilities and stop work when unsafe.
• Load, secure and transport equipment in compliance with DOT rules.
• Accurately document footage, materials, equipment hours and delays.
• Support restoration and other crew activities when drilling is not underway.

Skills

HDD operation

CDL Class A

Reading bore plans

Equipment maintenance

Safety compliance

Tools

Ditch Witch

Vermeer

HDD rigs

Job description

Adecco is searching for a Utilities installation HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILL OPERATOR. If this individual has a CLASS A CDL that is a plus.

Phoenix, Arizona | Full-Time

Pay: $36–$40 per hour, based on proven HDD experience

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate HDD equipment safely and productively
• Perform daily inspections, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance
• Set up and anchor the drill correctly
• Read bore plans and coordinate continuously with the locator
• Monitor pitch, depth, rotation, thrust, pullback force, and drilling-fluid conditions
• Select appropriate tooling, reamers and drill heads
• Assist with mud mixing, potholing, reaming and product pullback
• Protect existing utilities and immediately stop work when conditions are unsafe
• Load, secure and transport equipment in compliance with company and DOT requirements
• Accurately document footage, materials, equipment hours and delays
• Support restoration and other crew activities when drilling is not underway

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum two years of recent HDD operating experience
• Class A CDL and valid medical certificate
• Experience with Ditch Witch, Vermeer or comparable HDD rigs
• Experience drilling in congested utility environments
• Knowledge of drilling fluids, tooling and bore planning
• Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and daily equipment maintenance
• Acceptable driving record
• Ability to work outdoors and perform physical construction duties
• OSHA 10 preferred

Applicants selected for final consideration will complete a paid practical field evaluation.

Employment is conditional upon required MVR, background check, drug screen, and FMCSA Clearinghouse review.

Pay Details: $36.00 to $40.00 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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