HDD Roughneck - The Crossing Company Light Rig Division
About The Position
The Crossing Company – Light Rig Division (LRD) is growing, and we're looking for experienced, motivated, and safety-focused individuals to join our team. As one of North America's largest trenchless construction companies, our people are the reason we lead — and we're committed to helping you build a long, rewarding career in the field. This is hands-on, physical work for people who take pride in putting in a hard day and backing up their crew. As a Roughneck on our HDD rigs, you'll be on the front line of pipeline construction projects across Western Canada — handling drill pipe and tooling, moving equipment, and doing the labour that keeps the rig turning. If you're dependable, safety-minded, and not afraid to work in any weather, we want you on our team.
Requirements
- A hard worker — this role is physically demanding, and we want people who thrive on that
- A strong commitment to safety — for yourself and everyone on your crew
- Reliability and a team-first attitude
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather and terrain
- Valid Class 5 driver's license required
- Safety tickets: SFA (Standard/Intermediate First Aid), H2S Alive, GDII, PCST, CSTS 2020
- 12-hour rotating day/night shifts, with rotations
- Willingness to travel to job sites across Western Canada
- Ability to successfully pass pre-employment and periodic drug and alcohol testing
Nice To Haves
- HDD or drilling rig experience is an asset
- Class 1 strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform the physical, labour-intensive work of running an HDD rig
- Handle drill pipe, tooling, and equipment safely and efficiently
- Support the Driller and crew through every stage of the bore
- Keep the worksite clean, organized, and safe
- Work outdoors in all conditions, day or night
Benefits
- Competitive wages based on your position and experience, plus daily and weekly overtime
- Premium for holding an experienced Class 1 driver's license
- Comprehensive benefits — dental, vision, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid travel to and from worksites, plus Living Out Allowance (LOA) where applicable
- Accommodations provided while on project
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
- A genuine safety-first culture and real opportunities to grow and move up
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
