Horizontal Directional Drill Operator/Locator I

About the role

TriTechne is seeking a skilled Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator / Locator I to support underground utility construction and maintenance projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate HDD equipment to drill, ream, and install underground conduits.
• Use locating systems to track bore path alignment and depth.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, bore plans, and utility maps.
• Aid with bore planning and maintain accurate bore logs and daily reports.
• Perform equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
• Manage drilling fluids for optimal performance and environmental compliance.
• Adjust drilling methods based on ground conditions and obstacles.
• Cookordinate with supervisors, locators, and ground crew to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Follow OSHA standards, company safety policies, and job site protocols.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe job site.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of HDD equipment operation experience in underground utility construction.
• Experience with Vermeer or Ditch Witch drilling equipment.
• Ability to read construction drawings and bore plans.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification.
• CDL – Class A license.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds unassisted.
• Frequent walking, standing, kneeling, crouching, and physically demanding tasks.
• Ability to safely operate heavy equipment and wear required PPE.

Why Join Us

We provide hands-on training, career growth opportunities, and a safety-first culture where your skills and commitment make a difference.

How We Work – TriTechne’s Core Values

• Integrity: Uphold the highest standards of honesty and transparency in all of our actions and communications.
• Accountability: Commit to results and exceptional quality in our work and fully embrace accountability to our team and to our goals.
• Respect: Foster an environment of mutual respect, support, and encouragement, recognizing the value of every individual.
• Coachability: Commit to growth and self-directed learning, actively seeking and openly welcoming feedback on our performance and our decision-making.
• Teamwork: Believe in the power of collaboration, leveraging our collective strengths to surpass individual capabilities in order to achieve shared objectives.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• A 401(k)-retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.