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Horizontal Directional Drill Operators

Miller Pipeline LLC and Careers
Akron, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 12/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/26/2026

Do you want to help make a difference in building America’s infrastructure?

Since 1953, Miller Pipeline has been a leader in building and maintaining America’s infrastructure as a premier underground pipeline construction and repair contractor. Our workforce is made up of highly trained and skilled employees totaling over 5,000 with office locations in over 23 states. While continually investing in gas infrastructure programs, Miller Pipeline’s revenues have continued to grow year over year. Do you want to learn more about what we do? Click Who We Are or Frequently Asked Questions.

Thinking about joining our team and building a career here? There is no better time than now!

At Miller Pipeline you will gain:

  • Growth opportunities for career advancement (Grow Here at Miller Pipeline);
  • Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits.
  • A team-oriented atmosphere centered around our core values of Safety, Quality, Commitment, and Reputation (Our Core Values).
  • On-the-job work and safety training.
  • Employee recognition programs, Employee Care Fund, and more (also see Annual Company Picnics).

Take a look at our field work by watching the Day In The Life video.

Miller Pipeline is looking for HDD Operators experienced in safely drilling and pulling pipe to work in Akron, OH and its surrounding areas.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Safely and effectively operate all directional drill equipment.
  • Identify potential problems; develop and implement solutions.
  • Enforce Company policies and standard work procedures.
  • Ensure compliance to safety rules and regulations for the safety of the crew and public.
  • Troubleshoot and repair minor equipment problems.
  • Interact with customers to explain the work procedures necessary at the worksite/residence.
  • Complete project paperwork as required by the customer.

Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent. Experience in lieu of education will be considered.
  • Ability to travel throughout the area and respond to emergency situations
  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record
    • Class A CDL with tanker endorsements or ability to obtain one within 90 days.
    • Current DOT physical or ability to obtain one
  • 3 years horizontal directional drilling experience.
  • Underground utility experience
  • Must pass computer-based testing, specific to the local Customer’s operator qualifications.

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Experience:

  • Horizontal drilling: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

  • CDL A (Required)

Work Location: In person

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