Horizontal Directional Drill; HDD Rig Operator - Communications
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor / Trades, Heavy Equipment Operator
Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Rig Operator - Communications
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Responsibilities- Operate Vermeer HDDs 10X15 up to 24X40
- Perform weekly after‑hours and weekend on‑call work
- Conduct cable pulling and general labor tasks as needed
- Assist with HDD locating operations (HDL experience a plus)
- Execute underground construction tasks for gas projects, complying with city, county, and state clearance codes
- Travel to out‑of‑town assignments as required
- 3 years of experience operating Vermeer HDDs
- Valid driver’s license;
Class A CDL license a plus - Experience with different size Vermeer or Ditch Witch units
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
- Knowledge of utility industry safety practices and requirements
- Understanding of utility depths, placement practices, and procedures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to supervise a 2‑man crew independently
- Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for project build process
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to handle stressful situations and provide timely solutions
- Proficiency with computers, smartphones, and tablets
- Position requires occasional travel for out‑of‑town assignments
- Mandatory pre‑employment requirements: drug screen and background check (including Social Security Verification, Prior Employment Verification, Motor Vehicle Records, Personal and Professional References, Criminal History)
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About PrimorisPrimoris Services Corporation (Primoris) is ranked in the top 10% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the United States as well as Latin America, South and Central America, and Southeast Asia.
Seniority level- Mid‑Senior level
- Full‑time
- Other
- Construction
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