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Hdd Crew Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Driller (Chester, MD)

Chester, MD · On-site

$35 - $55/hr

Minimum of 7 years of experience working as part of an HDD crew * Experience operating Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar HDD equipment * Experience completing pilot bores, reaming, pullback, and pipe ...

Driller (Philadelphia, PA)

Philadelphia, PA · On-site

$23.25 - $31.50/hr

Minimum of 7 years of experience working as part of an HDD crew * Experience operating Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar HDD equipment * Experience completing pilot bores, reaming, pullback, and pipe ...

Driller (Richmond, VA)

Richmond, VA · On-site

$35 - $55/hr

Minimum of 7 years of experience working as part of an HDD crew * Experience operating Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar HDD equipment * Experience completing pilot bores, reaming, pullback, and pipe ...

Driller (Chester, MD)

Chester, MD · On-site

$22.75 - $30.75/hr

Minimum of 7 years of experience working as part of an HDD crew * Experience operating Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar HDD equipment * Experience completing pilot bores, reaming, pullback, and pipe ...

Driller (Richmond, VA)

Richmond, VA · On-site

$22.75 - $31/hr

Minimum of 7 years of experience working as part of an HDD crew * Experience operating Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or similar HDD equipment * Experience completing pilot bores, reaming, pullback, and pipe ...

Operator

Tampa, FL · On-site

$23 - $50/hr

Directional Drill Operators / HDD Crew - Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma • Safely operate horizontal directional drilling equipment for underground power and fiber installation. • Perform daily ...

HDD Operator

Parkersburg, WV · On-site

$175K - $200K/yr

Training & development Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Operator ???? Job Type: Full-Time ???? ... Work closely with crew members to maintain safe operations * Assist with utility locates and Dig ...

HDD Operator

Buckhannon, WV · On-site

$30 - $40/hr

Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Operator Job Type: Full-Time Competitive Pay + Bonus Program ... Work closely with crew members to maintain safe operations * Assist with utility locates and Dig ...

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Hdd Crew information

What is an HDD crew?

HDD crews are teams of workers who operate Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) equipment to install underground utilities, such as pipelines, fiber optic cables, or electrical conduits, with minimal surface disruption. They are responsible for planning, drilling, and completing boreholes beneath obstacles like roads, rivers, or buildings. HDD crews typically include operators, locators, and support personnel who work together to ensure safe and efficient installation. This method is popular for its reduced environmental impact and ability to avoid open trenching in sensitive or busy areas.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as an HDD crew member?

To thrive as an HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) Crew member, you need a solid understanding of drilling operations, safety protocols, and equipment handling, often supported by relevant on-the-job training or certifications such as OSHA. Familiarity with locating and tracking systems, drilling rigs, mud mixing systems, and utility maps is essential. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving abilities help navigate job site challenges and ensure safety. These skills are crucial for maintaining project efficiency, minimizing risks, and ensuring the successful completion of underground utility installations.

What common challenges do HDD crew members face on a job site, and how can they prepare for them?

HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) Crew members often encounter challenges such as unexpected underground obstacles, varying soil conditions, and the need to coordinate closely with utility locators and equipment operators. Preparation includes thorough pre-job site surveys, clear communication with the crew, and familiarity with the latest drilling technology and safety protocols. Adapting quickly to changing conditions and maintaining attention to detail can help ensure successful project completion and maintain a safe work environment.

What is the difference between Hdd Crew vs Cable Installer?

AspectHdd CrewCable Installer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, technical trainingHigh school diploma, technical training
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, outdoor, utility workResidential and commercial buildings, outdoor/indoor
Industry UsageTelecommunications, utility companiesCable TV, internet providers
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The Hdd Crew and Cable Installer roles share similar credentials and work environments, often working outdoors on construction sites or in buildings. While the Hdd Crew specializes in horizontal directional drilling for utility installation, Cable Installers focus on installing cable TV and internet services. Both roles are essential in telecommunications infrastructure, and individuals often compare these jobs when exploring careers in utility and communication industries.

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Infographic showing various Hdd Crew job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, and 19% Part Time. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution.

CDL HDD Crew (Laborers, Locators, and Vacuum Truck Operators)

Springville, UT • On-site

Quanta Services
Construction • 10K+ employees

$14.75 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Quanta Services rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 53 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

A fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), FiberTel, LLC. is locally grown in Utah’s Art City and has rapidly expanded over the Northwest and Western regions.

As an advocate for economic growth in the state of Utah, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and California we understand the business of conveying information. With all that is happening in our state and nationwide, we are seeing different ways of life, work, and school. The increase in work from home and online school has put a strain on internet providers and their bandwidth. Internet Providers are relying heavily on us to continue the construction and installation of fiber optics to ensure that internet service goes uninterrupted for the people of our communities.

We are a utility construction company, with a specialization in the installation of fiber optics. We offer a full turnkey experience for our clients.

For our employees, we offer rewarding benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, and 401k (with company match). 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-Verify.


FiberTel is seeking experienced CDL HDD Crew Members (Laborers, Locators, and Vacuum Truck Operators) to join our team in Springville, Utah. We are expanding our Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) crews and are looking for motivated individuals with experience in underground utility and telecommunications construction.

This position supports HDD operations for underground fiber optic and telecommunications projects. Candidates may be responsible for general labor duties, utility locating, operating vacuum excavation equipment, and assisting HDD operators on construction job sites. We are willing to train the right CDL-qualified candidate who is eager to build a career in HDD construction.

Pay: 23-28/hr, DOE


Responsibilities: 

  • Assist HDD crews with daily underground telecommunications construction activities.
  • Perform general labor tasks including hand digging, potholing, conduit placement, and site cleanup.
  • Locate existing underground utilities and verify utility markings.
  • Safely operate vacuum excavation (hydrovac) equipment when assigned.
  • Assist with setup, operation, and teardown of HDD equipment and job sites.
  • Load, unload, and transport equipment and materials.
  • Follow all OSHA, DOT, and company safety procedures.
  • Complete required daily inspections, reports, and documentation.
  • Work effectively as part of a team to complete projects on schedule.

Qualifications: 

  • Previous experience in utility construction, telecommunications, HDD operations, locating, vac truck operation, or related underground construction preferred.
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and terrain conditions.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and perform physically demanding work.
  • Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to safety.
  • Ability to travel locally as needed.
  • Must pass pre-employment screening and meet company driving requirements.

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • CDL Class A license preferred.
  • Experience with underground fiber optic construction.
  • Utility locating experience.
  • Vacuum excavation/hydrovac experience.
  • Knowledge of HDD drilling operations and equipment.
  • OSHA certifications or other industry-related training.

Working Conditions: 

This is a full-time hourly position, expected to work at least 40 hours per week. This position operates in an outdoor environment and is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions including; extreme cold, rain, sleet, snow, humidity, high temperatures, and high wind. The outside work environment will vary throughout the day including changes in terrain, traffic, urban settings, and/or rural settings. This position may occasionally be exposed to natural gas and to the risk of electrical shock. Exposure to moderate to loud noise levels. 

Physical Requirements: 

The employee will need to have the ability to stand for long periods of time (up to 12 hours at a time), tolerate work in extreme weather conditions, speak and hear worksite safety instructions, withstand prolonged and repeated: lifting, standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching and feeling, crouching, and crawling. The employee will need to be able to regularly lift 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 


Benefits Include: 

  • Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision Plans, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident
  • Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
  • PWR Discounts (Flight Tickets, Amusement Park Tickets, Nike)
  • Group Discount (Pet Insurance, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance)
  • Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation

* Pay is based on the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the employee. 

Applicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required 

Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) 

The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.

Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.

FiberTel, LLC 


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.


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