HDD Operator - Clearwater, FL

Key Responsibilities Operate directional drill rigs and associated equipment to install conduit and other underground telecommunications facilities. Review construction prints, bore routes, utility locates, permits, and job requirements before beginning drilling operations. Coordinate continuously with the drill locator and crew to maintain the planned bore path, depth, alignment, and safe clearance from existing utilities. Perform equipment setup, pre-use inspections, routine maintenance, and basic troubleshooting of the drill rig and supporting equipment. Monitor drilling conditions, tooling, fluid systems, and production progress and communicate changing field conditions to the foreman. Follow company safety requirements, utility-damage prevention practices, traffic-control requirements, and customer construction standards. Assist with rod handling, potholing coordination, conduit installation, jobsite setup, cleanup, and restoration activities as needed. Complete daily production and equipment documentation and report maintenance, material, safety, or quality issues promptly. Qualifications 3+ years of directional drilling or underground utility construction experience preferred. Experience operating HDD equipment and working around underground telecommunications, power, gas, water, and other existing utilities. Ability to read construction prints, utility maps, route plans, and locate markings and apply them in the field. Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with drill locators, foremen, and field crews. Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; CDL is preferred when required for assigned equipment. Physical & Field Requirements Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and around active roadways, excavations, and heavy construction equipment. Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and lift or move drill tooling, materials, and equipment as required by the position. Occasional overtime, night work, weekend work, and travel may be required based on project needs. Company Overview Future, a Primoris Company, is a leader in telecommunications construction, delivering innovative solutions, superior service, and high-quality craftsmanship to meet the needs of our customers. Benefits Competitive compensation paid weekly. Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD. 401(k) with company match, vested day-one. Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP]. Tuition Reimbursement. Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off. Pet Coverage \"For our Furry Friends\" Legal Assistance Coverage Award winning safety programs. Overtime opportunities. Growth Opportunities. And more. EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Agency Statement We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Power Your Potential As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities. When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together. Join us today! #J-18808-Ljbffr Primoris Services Corporation