HDD Driller

This position is responsible for performing horizontal directional drilling / boring in support of pipeline construction. This role requires a strong understanding of HDD techniques, equipment operation, reading plans and ensuring safe and efficient job completing according to project specifications and safety standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Proficiently and safely operate and maintain a 40K or larger drilling rig

· Safely operate support equipment (backhoe, track hoe, forklift and mini excavator)

· Complete bore logs, daily reports and project documentation accurately

· Coordinate job supplies with drilling coordinator

· Expected to engage in the safety process and report to Supervisor anytime a situation is deemed unsafe

· Work closely with the locator and other crew members to ensure safe and successful bores

· Manage and plan day to day operations

· Other duties as assigned by supervisors

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

· Capable of maintaining a safe work environment at all times

· Have a good understanding of basic mud fundamentals, drilling principles, drill tooling and locating equipment and procedures

· Must be a good listener and be able to follow detailed instructions

· Must work well with others and be willing to learn from mentors and others in the shop/field

· Be willing to travel to the jobsite

· Ability to work outdoors in any weather conditions on a regular basis including extreme cold and heat

· Ability to lift up to 100 lbs

· Ability to stand, stoop, crouch, kneel, and perform other related physical activities for long periods of time

· Must be able to pass DOT required drug test and physical

· Must have a clean motor vehicle report

Experience:

· At least 2 years of heavy equipment operation and general maintenance

· At least 2 years of operating horizontal direction drill equipment with locator

· Locating experience (with digitrack F5 system preferred)

Benefits:

• Full-time employees are eligible for benefits after waiting period is met, this includes: health, dental, vision and life insurance as well as 401K participation.

This job description is subject to change at any time.

Gateway is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Gateway does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you at least 21 years old?

Experience:

• Horizontal drilling: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person