Directional Drill Operator – Hdd (Horizontal Directional Drilling) Position Available In Dallas, Alabama

Job Description:

As a Directional Drill Operator, you’ll play a pivotal role inour underground utility projects, operating horizontal directionaldrilling (HDD) equipment with precision and safety. Your expertisewill ensure the successful installation of utilities beneathvarious terrains, contributing to the infrastructure that supportsour communities.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Safe and Precise Drilling Operations:

  Execute bore plansusing horizontal directional drilling equipment (preferably DitchWitch) with a high level of accuracy and awareness of undergroundutilities.

• Plan and Prep the

Job Site:

Coordinate with the crew to ensurepotholing, utility mark-outs, bore paths, and equipment staging arecompleted before the first pull.

• Read and Execute from

Plans:

Interpret construction drawings,locate marks, and utility data to confidently guide the drillthrough complex or congested environments.

• Set Vaults and Complete Tie-Ins:

  Assist with the full scope ofwork, including vault setting, box installation, and conduittie-ins-start to finish.

• Maintain and Troubleshoot Equipment:

  Keep your drill, vac, andmixing system running smoothly-perform daily checks andtroubleshoot minor issues to minimize downtime.

• Work With and Lead the

Crew:

Communicate clearly with yourlocator, laborers, and foreman. Set the tone with focus, urgency,and professionalism on every job.

• Keep the

Site Clean and Compliant:

Maintain a safe, organized,and OSHA-compliant drill area-ensure all work meets company andregulatory standards.•

Adapt and Solve Problems On-Site:

Anticipate challenges andadjust drilling plans in real time to avoid conflicts or delayswithout compromising quality.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years operating horizontal directional drilling(HDD) equipment
• Familiarity with Ditch Witch, Vermeer, or similar HDD rigs, vactrailers, and mud systems
• Proven track record of safely drilling around live utilities inhigh-traffic or congested areas

Licensing & Compliance:

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• required
• Clean driving record and current DOT medical card
• Deep understanding of 811 protocol, utility locating, and safeexcavation laws

Technical Skills:

• Able to read and interpret bore plans, utility maps, andconstruction drawings
• Skilled in beacon calibration, rod counting, backreaming, andexit/entry pit alignment
• Knowledgeable in mud mixing, tooling, and ground conditionadaptation

Leadership & Work Ethic:

• Takes initiative and thrives in a fast-paced,high-accountability environment
• Communicates clearly with crew members and leads by example onthe job site
• Committed to doing it right the first time, with no shortcutsor half-measures

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift 90+ lbs, climb in and out of equipment, and workoutdoors in all conditions
• Capable of standing, kneeling, and operating for long stretcheswithout losing focus

About Company:

At Omni Underground, we’re not just installing utilities-we’relaying the foundation for lasting impact. Our mission is to buildworld-class infrastructure while developing exceptional people. Wetake pride in raising the bar for underground construction throughunmatched craftsmanship, disciplined execution, and a deepcommitment to community and culture. Our standard is excellence-on every job, in every role, every day.

We believe the true measure of success lies in how we invest in ourpeople. That’s why we create opportunities for growth, promote fromwithin, and hold each other accountable to the values that defineus: Grit. Respect. Integrity. Teamwork. As we scale, we’re shaping the future of underground utilities-andwe’re looking for driven individuals who are ready to buildsomething bigger than themselves. If you’re ready to do work thatmatters, in a company that refuses to settle, this is where youbelong.