Horizontal Directional Drilling Technician

This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Construct Your Career Path

Are you ready to drive groundbreaking advancements in your career? In this entry-level position, our Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Technicians operate Vermeer drill rigs and equipment, playing a pivotal role in major telecommunications projects. With training provided, your expertise will ensure precision and efficiency in drilling operations.

What our Horizontal Directional Drilling Technicians Enjoy Most About the Role

• Travel, including overnight stays, is a regular part of the job. Hotel accommodation and per diem are provided for overnight stays during the work week.
• Operate advanced equipment: Use horizontal directional drills and other construction machinery to install underground telecommunications cables, align machinery, and level earth to precise grade specifications. Manage equipment repair and maintenance.
• Drive project success: Measure distances to move and relocate infrastructure, coordinate with HDD Locators, manage work sites including traffic and pedestrian control, all while ensuring safety and compliance.

Working Conditions

You will work outdoors in all kinds of weather, including adverse conditions, day or night and often near power lines and electricity. You are exposed to dust, dirt, noise, insects, rodents, pets, and cleaning solutions. Travel, including overnight stays, is a regular part of the job. Overtime, including weekends or a second shift may be required as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Education:
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Fluent in English.

• Experience:
  • Entry-level candidates welcome; we provide training!
  • Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record within company-required standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA safety certifications operator qualifications.
• Class A or B CDL.
• 5+ years of Horizontal Drill experience preferred.
• Practical working experience with underground construction and equipment for both conduit and fiber installation.

Spectrum Connects You to More

• Tools + Tech: Work with innovative, customer service technology and information systems.
• Learning Culture: We invest in your learning and provide paid training and coaching to help you succeed.
• Variety of Work: No two days, clients, or calls are ever the same which keeps each day new and exciting

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The base pay for this position generally is between $24.30 and $44.50. The actual compensation offered will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. We comply with local wage minimums and also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of other incentive-based compensation such as bonuses.

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Client-provided location(s): Palmdale, CA

Job ID: spectrum-2025-60082

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-08-21T20:14:04