HDD Operator - Q3C CO
$18.50 - $24.25/hr
... oil, electric and telecommunications industry. We are headquartered in Minnesota, with branch ... Experience with 9X13 Vermeer horizontal directional drill rig. Job Requirements: * Minimum five ...
$18.50 - $24.25/hr
... oil, electric and telecommunications industry. We are headquartered in Minnesota, with branch ... Experience with 9X13 Vermeer horizontal directional drill rig. Job Requirements: * Minimum five ...
$18.50 - $24.25/hr
... oil, electric and telecommunications industry. We are headquartered in Minnesota, with branch ... Experience with 9X13 Vermeer horizontal directional drill rig. Job Requirements: * Minimum five ...
Commerce City, CO · On-site
$18 - $21.25/hr
... oil, electric and telecommunications industry. We are headquartered in Minnesota, with branch ... Experience with 9X13 Vermeer horizontal directional drill rig. Job Requirements: * Minimum five ...
Commerce City, CO · On-site
$18 - $21.25/hr
... oil, electric and telecommunications industry. We are headquartered in Minnesota, with branch ... Experience with 9X13 Vermeer horizontal directional drill rig. Job Requirements: * Minimum five ...
Fruita, CO · On-site
$69K/yr
... in a rig-based role. * Must have valid state-issued driver's license and ability to meet ... Three (3) years experience in the oil and gas industry, with a strong understanding of related ...
Fruita, CO · On-site
$69K/yr
... in a rig-based role. * Must have valid state-issued driver's license and ability to meet ... Three (3) years experience in the oil and gas industry, with a strong understanding of related ...
Fruita, CO · On-site
$69K/yr
... in a rig-based role. * Must have valid state-issued driver's license and ability to meet ... Three (3) years experience in the oil and gas industry, with a strong understanding of related ...
Fruita, CO · On-site
$69K/yr
... in a rig-based role. * Must have valid state-issued driver's license and ability to meet ... Three (3) years experience in the oil and gas industry, with a strong understanding of related ...
$16.95 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$15.42 - $17.69
37% of jobs
The median wage is $19.51 / hr.
$17.69 - $19.97
16% of jobs
$19.97 - $22.24
4% of jobs
$22.24 - $24.52
11% of jobs
$24.52 - $26.79
5% of jobs
$27.65 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$26.79 - $29.07
4% of jobs
$29.07 - $31.34
7% of jobs
$31.34 - $33.62
4% of jobs
$33.62 - $35.89
5% of jobs
$35.89 - $38.17
3% of jobs
$38.17 - $40.44
2% of jobs
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| Aspect | Local Oil Rig | Offshore Oil Rig |
|---|---|---|
| Work Environment | Onshore, land-based drilling sites | Sea-based platforms in open water |
| Required Certifications | Basic safety and operational certifications | Advanced safety, survival, and offshore certifications |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Oil companies operating on land | Oil companies operating at sea |
| Work Conditions | More stable, predictable schedule | Challenging, remote, and variable conditions |
In summary, Local Oil Rigs are land-based drilling sites with different safety and operational requirements compared to Offshore Oil Rigs, which are located at sea and require specialized certifications and safety measures. The choice depends on the work environment and career focus within the oil industry.

$18.50 - $24.25/hr
Full-time
Medical, Retirement
Posted 25 days ago
7.7
Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
27th of 77 rated construction
Primoris Services Corporation is a leading provider of critical infrastructure services to the utility, energy, and renewables markets throughout the United States and Canada.
Q3 Contracting (Q3C), a division of Primoris Services Corporation, is a publicly owned and operated construction contracting company that provides both specific and turnkey services for its customers in the gas, oil, electric and telecommunications industry. We are headquartered in Minnesota, with branch offices in Colorado, Wisconsin, Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota.
Seeking an experienced HDD Operator who will strive for optimal production while working safely and performing quality work at our job sites within the Denver Metro Area. This position requires expert knowledge in locating, equipment operation (horizontal & directional drill rigs), and safety compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Requirements:
Q3 Contracting is a drug-free environment, and all candidates are subject to drug testing.
Compensation and Benefits:
This is a union position, which means additional benefits may be offered directly through the union. Some benefits may include health insurance, apprenticeship and skilled training, continuing education, pension plans, and other resources. For more information, contact the local union.
Qualified Veterans, Minorities and Women encouraged to apply.
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Construction
10,000+ Employees
Dallas, TX, US
2006