Full-time

Horizontal Directional Drill Operator

Posted by Essel • Stockton, CA, United States

📍 Stockton, CA 🕒 June 22, 2026

About the Role

Job Title:
Horizontal Directional Drill Operator
Job Summary:
Essel is seeking a skilled Horizontal Directional Drill Operator to join our team. The successful candidate will operate horizontal directional drilling equipment to install underground utilities in a safe, efficient, and precise manner. This role requires excellent technical skills, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork.
Key Responsibilities:

+ Operate horizontal directional drilling machines to install pipelines, cables, conduits, and other underground utilities.

+ Conduct pre-operation inspections and routine maintenance on drilling equipment to ensure functionality and safety.

+ Read and interpret project plans, blueprints, and specifications to determine drilling locations and alignments.

+ Monitor drilling operations, adjusting equipment and processes to meet project specifications and overcome obstacles.

+ Communicate effectively wi...

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