HDD Equipment Operator (Richmond, VA)

Company Headquarters: Chester, MD

Project Location: Richmond, VA

Travel: Project-based travel as needed

Job Type: Full-Time

Overview

Drill-Tech is seeking an HDD Equipment Operator to support horizontal directional drilling crews on underground utility projects in Richmond, Virginia.

Headquartered in Chester, Maryland, Drill-Tech performs HDD and underground utility work throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

This is a hands-on field position responsible for operating HDD equipment and supporting drilling operations while working closely with foremen, locators, and crew members.

Responsibilities

• Operate HDD equipment during drilling operations
• Assist with drilling, reaming, pullback, and pipe installation
• Operate support equipment including skid steers, excavators, and loaders
• Perform daily equipment inspections and preventative maintenance
• Assist with mud mixing and drilling fluid management
• Support equipment mobilization and demobilization
• Work closely with foremen, locators, and field crews
• Maintain safe work practices and jobsite standards

Qualifications

• Experience operating HDD equipment or related heavy equipment
• Experience with Vermeer 23x30, 24x40, or similar directional drills preferred
• Experience operating skid steers, excavators, loaders, or similar equipment
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work outdoors and travel as project needs require

Preferred Qualifications

• Class A CDL
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification
• Experience operating Vermeer 100-series drills or larger HDD equipment
• Experience with 300,000 lb or 500,000 lb maxi rigs
• Experience with mud systems, drilling fluids, pumps, and recyclers
• Experience with DigiTrak or ParaTrack locating systems
• Experience with McElroy fusion equipment

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing HDD contractor