What are the responsibilities and job description for the HDD Drill Operator position at Cannon Construction?
Ready to Drill Big? Join Cannon as an HDD Operator!
Cannon Companies is on the hunt for a rockstar Horizontal Directional Drill Operator to power through challenging projects and elevate our elite drill crew. If you've got the skills, the grit, and a great attitude-we want YOU on our team! This role does travel across the PNW and surrounding states.
What You'll Be Doing (And Crushing It At)
As our AT HDD Operator, you'll work with:
- Drills up to 100k lbs in all kinds of ground conditions-rock, native, you name it!
- Big pipe bores-we're talking up to 28" diameter
- Wireline locating tools that keep the project on point
- Mud reclaimers and smart drilling solutions
Whether you're boring under rivers or highways, navigating mountains, or dropping grade bores for power, water, sewer, or telecom-we do the cool, complex, high-stakes bores others avoid.
🔧 What Makes This Role Awesome
- Competitive Hourly Pay; Paid Weekly
- Day-one PTO and 6 paid holidays
- Full medical, dental, and vision
- Life and disability insurance
- A real team-focused, family-style work culture where your growth matters
A Day in the Life on Cannon's Drill Crew
You'll be the go-to for:
- Running badass rigs like Ditch Witch, Vermeer, American Auger
- Reading profiles like a boss and following through with high-precision bores
- Mastering TK, DCI, and magnetic locating tools
- Keeping the schedule tight, the worksite safe, and the client happy
Your Toolbox (aka What You Bring)
- 3 years on HDD equipment or support gear (skid steers, vac trucks, crane trucks, etc.)
- Proven experience drilling in mixed soils & using the right mud mix
- Valid Class A CDL (tanker endorsement = bonus points)
- AT Drilling & walk-over locating know-how (grade bores = big win!)
- Great at troubleshooting, thinking critically, and owning your work
- Serious about safety-no shortcuts here
- Ready to travel, stay flexible, and jump in when needed
The Fine Print
This is a Safety Sensitive Position. You must pass a pre-employment drug test and background check. Cannon Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer-diversity is part of our strength.
Ready to Join the Cannon Crew?
Smash that apply button! Our 3-minute mobile-friendly application gets you one step closer to joining the most badass drill team around.
Let's connect the future-one bore at a time.
Salary : $40 - $50