Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator

SHELTON ENERGY SOLUTIONS LLC•Conroe, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The HDD Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating horizontal directional drilling equipment to install underground conduit, cables, and other utility infrastructure to support electric distribution and transmission systems. This role ensures work is completed according to project specifications, safety regulations, and industry standards while minimizing impact to the environment and surrounding infrastructure.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum 2 years of experience operating HDD equipment in utility or construction environments (electrical utility experience preferred).
Valid Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) or ability to obtain.
Familiarity with underground utility construction standards and practices.
Proficient in operation of HDD rigs, tracking systems, and locating equipment.
Ability to interpret and follow engineering drawings, work plans, and safety standards.
Strong understanding of underground utility safety and right-of-way protocols.
Ability to work in various weather conditions and terrain.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Maintain a neat, well-groomed, and professional appearance.
Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens.
Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify.
Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results.
A valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is required.
Pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as dictated by position.
With the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve in mind, all candidates who receive an offer of employment will be required to complete a COVID-19 risk assessment; your responses will help us determine an employment start date.
This position may require weekend and/or holiday work.
Travel required.
Ability to work on-call, irregular hours, and emergency response.

Nice To Haves

electrical utility experience preferred

Responsibilities

Operate horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment and associated support machinery to install conduit, cable, and other underground infrastructure.
Read and interpret construction plans, job specifications, and utility locates to ensure accurate bore paths.
Set up, calibrate, and maintain HDD equipment, mud systems, and tracking systems.
Direct and coordinate with drill crew and locators to maintain safe and efficient work zones.
Monitor drilling operations and adjust as necessary to maintain line and grade.
Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of drilling rigs and support equipment.
Identify and avoid existing underground utilities through proper use of locate information and potholing.
Adhere to all company, federal, state, and local safety guidelines and environmental regulations.
Complete required project documentation, daily logs, and equipment maintenance records.
Assist with site restoration and cleanup upon project completion.
Performs other duties as assigned.