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Argent World Services, LLC

Job Title: HDD Drill Operator (Level 1, Level 2, or Level 3)

Locations: Must be able to travel for Mobile Out-of-State Work

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Job Overview:
We are looking for a skilled HDD Drill Operator at level (1, 2, or 3) to join our team. In this role, you’ll operate our in-house directional drill, develop drilling plans, and carry out the required work to successfully install client facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate directional drills and follow drilling plans to execute installations.
• Travel to various job sites to perform site surveys, plan, and execute drilling operations.
• Have a thorough understanding of underground piping, conduit, cable, and fiber installation.
• Conduct directional drilling, locate utilities, and read project blueprints.
• Review plans to determine the starting point and drilling process.
• Monitor the progress of drilling sites to ensure they stay on schedule.
• Assess job sites for utilities, permits, and traffic control to avoid errors, safety issues, or damage.
• Perform regular inspections and maintenance of vehicles, trailers, and equipment.
• Carry out minor repairs and service checks on equipment.
• Ensure digging areas are properly staked and marked before starting work.
• Safely operate equipment like directional drills, trenchers, and excavators.
• Perform labor duties as needed.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and motorized equipment to complete tasks.
• Regularly report to the supervisor with updates on bore logs and daily activities.
• Maintain, clean, and winterize equipment as necessary.
• Focus on safety while maximizing productivity and delivering high-quality work.
• Follow safety procedures in line with EPC, OSHA, and ANSI standards.
• Assist in filling water tanks and adding chemicals as needed.
• Attach equipment such as reamers and swivels.
• Make minor repairs and replace worn parts like jaw dies.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License.
• At least 1 year of experience operating drilling and related equipment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Knowledge of telecommunications and underground utility locating.
• Experience with directional drills, locating systems, trenchers, backhoes, and excavators.
• Ability to work with a locator/operator during boring processes.
• Strong safety awareness, with or without supervision.
• Knowledge of equipment operation and basic maintenance.
• Experience working with various tools and safety equipment.
• Ability to work in diverse terrains and handle different types of equipment.
• Basic understanding of power systems and their safety functions.
• A Class C CDL and HDD certifications are a plus, but not required.

What We Offer:

• Full-time role with a fast-growing company.
• Ability to work independently.
• Competitive pay ($25.00 – $35.00 per hour).
• Paid time off.
• Bi-weekly pay schedule.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Pier Diem
• Lodging

Schedule:

• Minimum 8-hour shifts.
• Overtime available.

Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: On-site