Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator

About the role

As a Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator, you will be responsible for operating directional drilling equipment to install underground infrastructure while ensuring compliance with safety and company standards.

Essential Functions

• Operate directional drilling equipment to install conduit, vaults, and other underground infrastructure.
• Conduct an inspection of drilling equipment daily to ensure proper performance and safety.
• Operate a hydro-vac for potholing and site cleanup.
• Verify all nearby utilities are exposed prior to drilling.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Be able to properly setup drilling equipment for successful and efficient bore shots based on environment and ground conditions.
• Be able to read and understand project prints.
• Safely operate a pick-up truck or bigger while towing a trailer.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of proven experience operating a Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD)/locating.
• 2-5 years of directional drill locating experience – preferably DCI F series locators.
• CDL-A license preferred.
• This role requires the operation of a company vehicle.
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and the ability to maintain insurability under the company's auto policy are essential.
• A strong understanding of directional drilling techniques and utility installation.
• A strong ability to perform basic maintenance on directional drills.
• The ability to read and interpret project prints.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to perform physical labor and lift heavy objects.
• Good communications skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• A reliable and punctual work ethic.
• The ability to stand for long periods of time, able to scoop, bend, and lift up to 75lbs.
• The ability to work in the following environments: Outside. Hot, cold, rain, snow.
• The ability to travel out of state when required.
• The ability to be on call.

Compensation

The hourly pay-range for this position is $23.00/hr - $32.00/hr. The actual salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, such as: training, transferable skills, work experience, education, business needs, market demands and work location. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

About the Organization

Deliver an exceptional experience. Make a real impact. Grow with us. At Greenlight Networks, we're not just building a network—we're building stronger, more connected communities. Founded in 2011, Greenlight Networks designs, builds, and operates a high-speed fiber-optic network delivering internet speeds up to 8 Gigabits per second to homes and small businesses. Today, we serve more than 225,000 homes and nearly 10,000 businesses across New York, with continued expansion into Pennsylvania and Baltimore. Our mission is to connect our communities by delivering the best internet experience and providing our customers the freedom to work, play, and live without limits!

EEO Statement

Greenlight Networks is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Greenlight Networks is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Greenlight Networks are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations we operate. Greenlight Networks will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Greenlight Networks encourages applicants of all ages.