Horizontal Directional Driller
Job in
Toronto, Ontario, M5A, Canada
Listing for:
Aecon
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-18
Job specializations:
-
Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor / Trades
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 38 - 42 CAD Hourly
CAD
38.00
42.00
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Overview
Faster.
Smarter.
Safer
. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. Aecon Utilities is ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider and we’re looking for a Directional Driller to help us get there!
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Horizontal Directional Driller will be responsible for all phases of any directional drilling jobs by planning, execution and management in order to meet or exceed client expectations. Please note that this positon is unionized, therefore it would be a requirement to join the union upon acceptance.
Candidates can be based in the GTA, Oakville, Niagara and Hamilton.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct pre-trip/walk-around safety inspection.Ability to operate all equipment functions independently and safely.Provide technical support to clients and crew member as required.Keep abreast of all directional drilling techniques and all surveying methods.Manage inventory and supplies.Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving of loads and conduct in response to hand or audio signals from team members.Interpret stakes and signage on the land.Ensure all reporting requirements are fulfilled.Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.Work with commitment to timelines and deadlines on a daily basis.Adhering to site and Aecon specific policies and regulations.Ability to work with minimal supervision.Maintain excellent communication between members of the team and clients.Train, coach, and mentor less experienced directional drillers.Working as a member of the team by assisting other members when required.Required Knowledge and Experience
Horizontal directional drilling experience or training.Post Secondary education is an asset.Experience running a Vermeer 40x55 or similarFamiliar with Digitrak Locating Equipment (F5, F5 Falcon) an asset.Valid Ontario Class G license – AZ License Preferred.Complete client’s site specific training as required.Ability to be dispatched through the local union as per the collective agreement.Thorough knowledge of state-of-the-art drilling and surveying technologies and practices.Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with managers, peers, and clients.The expected hourly wage for this position is $38-$42/hr as per the current Collective Agreement. . Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience and unique skills.
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