Horizontal Directional Drill Operator

# Underground Pipeline Services, A Quanta Services Company

At Underground Pipeline Services, we believe in developing and retaining the best people in the industry and providing best value services to our customers in the natural gas and electric industries. We take pride in developing the infrastructure of our country by connecting people and resources. As an industry leader, we have built our reputation as a premier provider of services with a solid track record of performance, integrity and – above all – a commitment to safety, quality, and our people.

# Horizontal Directional Drill Operator

HDD operators are responsible for precise HDD placement, utilizing the latest in electronics to navigate the drill stem in a trenchless operation. HDD operators work under the supervision of the Superintendent.

What Do You Offer Us?

- Operate equipment, including, but not limited to: Vermeer directional drills, backhoe, excavators.

- Individuals must be able to read prints and have knowledge of the underground processes.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

- The ability to work safely, with or without supervision.

- Operator must always be knowledgeable of all typical safety procedures and be able to apply them.

- Other duties as required for business purposes.

- Other responsibilities as directed.

- Class A CDL w/ Tanker Endorsement Preferred.

What We Offer You:

- Paid on-the-job technical and professional training.

- Defined career path for future growth

- Weekly payroll

- Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits including Retirement plan

What is Required?

- Requires a good working knowledge of underground construction and familiarity with Horizontal Directional Drills

- Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred

- Must have good communication skills and a positive attitude

- A good work ethic

- Flexibility to travel as needed

- Must be able to stand or walk for long periods with repeated lifting (up to 50 lbs.), kneeling, crawling, climbing, and reaching

- Lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds of force frequently

- Exertion up to 100 pounds of force occasionally

- Walking on uneven terrain/surfaces

- Sitting or standing for long periods of time

- Reaching and lifting overhead frequently

- Work environment outdoors in weather conditions that vary from freezing temperatures to heat above 90 degrees, in wet and dry conditions and in rural areas.

- Work may be performed in confined spaces. Some exposure to odors, gases, dust and dirt may occur.

- The noise level in the work environment may range from moderate to loud.

- May spend long periods of time driving and/or riding in line construction vehicles to reach remote areas of the service territory.

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.