Pillar Innovations
HDD (Horizontal Directional Drill Technician II -Fiber Optics - Grantsville, Md
Pillar Innovations, Grantsville, Maryland, United States, 21536
HDD (Horizontal Directional Drill Technician II – Fiber Optics – Grantsville, MD)
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HDD (Horizontal Directional Drill Technician II – Fiber Optics – Grantsville, MD)
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Description
Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.
Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work‑life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so.
We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can‑do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce.
Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!
Position Overview Are you someone who enjoys working with your hands, being outdoors, and taking pride in a job well done? Our
HDD Technician II – Fiber Optics
role might be the perfect fit for you. In this position, you'll be part of a supportive, skilled team that works together to safely and efficiently install the fiber optic infrastructure that keeps our communities connected. Your day‑to‑day will be hands‑on and full of variety from operating directional drills and installing conduit to pulling cable and setting up network components like handholes and pedestals. You'll also play a key role in site prep, cleanup, and keeping our equipment running smoothly. If you're comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces, enjoy learning new things, and want to grow your skills in a fast‑paced, rewarding field, we'd love to have you on board. This is more than just a job it's an opportunity to be part of something that's built to last.
What You'll Do
Operate directional bore equipment for underground utility construction
Perform all aspects of the drilling machine and sound beacon operations
Operate trenchers, plows, backhoes, excavator, and skid steer
Install and pull underground conduit and cable without disrupting utilities
Perform potholing to verify utilities
Work with other crews within the fiber department to complete joint tasks including general site preparation, restoration, right of way (ROW) maintenance, etc.
Locate and guide the drill head
Assist with marking underground proposed design route with respect to utilities and underground systems
Read and interpret design packages
Lead and mentor less experienced coworkers
Working Conditions
Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneel
Work indoors, outdoors, and underground in various weather conditions
Able to work in confined spaces
Able to walk long distances
Able to lift up to 65 pounds without assistance
What You'll Bring Horizontal directional drilling experience is required with 2+ years preferred.
Mastery of HDD Technician I Job Duties
Operate directional bore equipment for underground utility construction
Learn all aspects of the drilling machine and sond beacon operations
Learn to load, secure, and mobilize equipment safely and effectively
Operate trenchers, plows, backhoes, excavator, and skid steer
Operate tampers, jackhammers, drills, and saws
Operate basic hand tools (Cordless Drill, Hammer, Wrench, Socket Set, Shovel)
Install and pull underground conduit and cable without disrupting utilities
Perform potholing to verify utilities
Install handholes, pedestals, and marker posts
Work with other crews within the fiber department to complete joint tasks including general site preparation, restoration, right of way (ROW) maintenance, etc.
Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on equipment and tools
Assist with performing minor field repairs on equipment
Assist with locating and guiding the drill head
Assist with maintaining water tanks and associated water line connections to support drilling operations
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Oil and Gas
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HDD (Horizontal Directional Drill Technician II – Fiber Optics – Grantsville, MD)
role at
Pillar Innovations
1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the
HDD (Horizontal Directional Drill Technician II – Fiber Optics – Grantsville, MD)
role at
Pillar Innovations
Description
Pillar Innovations is an Industrial Solutions and Service Company with over 15 years of experience in the Energy, Mining, Industrial Construction, Aggregate, and Renewables Industries. The Corporate Headquarters are located in Grantsville, MD with several offices throughout the country.
Are you looking for a place to expand your skills and grow in a career? Our company promotes continuous learning, diverse work opportunities, and flexibility. We also provide defined career path advancement, full benefits, and a variety of apprenticeship/continuing education programs. We pride ourselves on the versatility of our skillsets and the variety of services that we provide to our customers. We maintain a high level of respect and dignity for our employees, customers, and the communities that we serve. We have always held a high regard for providing a flexible work‑life balance for our employees and we will continue to do so.
We are a diverse and rapidly growing company that is continually on the lookout for emerging markets and opportunities. As an employee, the keys to success are maintaining a positive, can‑do attitude and a strong sense of ambition and safety. These key attributes have contributed greatly to the success of our company and to the advancement of our workforce.
Openings for experienced workers and training for entry level positions are always available. Start a career with us today!
Position Overview Are you someone who enjoys working with your hands, being outdoors, and taking pride in a job well done? Our
HDD Technician II – Fiber Optics
role might be the perfect fit for you. In this position, you'll be part of a supportive, skilled team that works together to safely and efficiently install the fiber optic infrastructure that keeps our communities connected. Your day‑to‑day will be hands‑on and full of variety from operating directional drills and installing conduit to pulling cable and setting up network components like handholes and pedestals. You'll also play a key role in site prep, cleanup, and keeping our equipment running smoothly. If you're comfortable working at heights and in confined spaces, enjoy learning new things, and want to grow your skills in a fast‑paced, rewarding field, we'd love to have you on board. This is more than just a job it's an opportunity to be part of something that's built to last.
What You'll Do
Operate directional bore equipment for underground utility construction
Perform all aspects of the drilling machine and sound beacon operations
Operate trenchers, plows, backhoes, excavator, and skid steer
Install and pull underground conduit and cable without disrupting utilities
Perform potholing to verify utilities
Work with other crews within the fiber department to complete joint tasks including general site preparation, restoration, right of way (ROW) maintenance, etc.
Locate and guide the drill head
Assist with marking underground proposed design route with respect to utilities and underground systems
Read and interpret design packages
Lead and mentor less experienced coworkers
Working Conditions
Walk / use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls / reach with hands and arms / climb ladders and stairs / crawl / kneel
Work indoors, outdoors, and underground in various weather conditions
Able to work in confined spaces
Able to walk long distances
Able to lift up to 65 pounds without assistance
What You'll Bring Horizontal directional drilling experience is required with 2+ years preferred.
Mastery of HDD Technician I Job Duties
Operate directional bore equipment for underground utility construction
Learn all aspects of the drilling machine and sond beacon operations
Learn to load, secure, and mobilize equipment safely and effectively
Operate trenchers, plows, backhoes, excavator, and skid steer
Operate tampers, jackhammers, drills, and saws
Operate basic hand tools (Cordless Drill, Hammer, Wrench, Socket Set, Shovel)
Install and pull underground conduit and cable without disrupting utilities
Perform potholing to verify utilities
Install handholes, pedestals, and marker posts
Work with other crews within the fiber department to complete joint tasks including general site preparation, restoration, right of way (ROW) maintenance, etc.
Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on equipment and tools
Assist with performing minor field repairs on equipment
Assist with locating and guiding the drill head
Assist with maintaining water tanks and associated water line connections to support drilling operations
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Oil and Gas
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Pillar Innovations by 2x
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