Chemco is seeking experienced Horizontal Directional Drillers to support the installation of underground infrastructure for fibre optic and associated distribution components for connection of residential and business around Powerview-Pine Falls, Point Du Bois, Bisset, Nopiming and Lac Du Bonnet areas.
This full-time seasonal field role requires hands-on HDD experience in residential and municipal settings. The successful candidate will be safety-focused, reliable, mechanically inclined, and able to work with a field crew to complete underground fibre optic installations safely, efficiently, and to project specifications.
What You’ll Do
- Operate horizontal directional drilling equipment, including Vermeer HDD units or comparable equipment, to install underground fibre optic and related distribution infrastructure.
- Complete drilling, locating, conduit installation, pullback, and related underground construction activities.
- Read and follow project drawings, bore plans, utility locates, permits, and site-specific instructions.
- Work safely around existing underground utilities, heavy equipment, traffic, and residential properties.
- Assist with potholing, daylighting, entry and exit pit preparation, conduit handling, and other crew activities as required.
- Operate vehicles, trailers, hand tools, powered tools, and construction equipment in a safe and professional manner.
- Inspect, clean, and maintain vehicles, tools, drilling equipment, and related field equipment.
- Participate in daily toolbox talks, hazard assessments, tailboard meetings, and site safety planning.
- Maintain accurate daily records of drilling activities, equipment use, deficiencies, and completed work.
- Follow Chemco, client, municipal, provincial, and site-specific safety and work procedures at all times.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum two years of experience operating Vermeer HDD units or similar horizontal directional drilling equipment.
- Experience with drilling and/or locating for underground fibre optic, telecommunications, utility, or civil infrastructure work.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Valid CSTS and WHMIS certifications.
- Valid Ground Disturbance Level 2 certification.
- Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions and physically demanding field environments.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform general labour duties when required.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
- Strong commitment to safe work practices, utility protection, environmental awareness, and quality workmanship.
- Ability to work out of town, including potential weekend and night work during the build season.
Employment Details
- Location: around Powerview-Pine Falls, Point Du Bois, Bisset, Nopiming and Lac Du Bonnet areas.
- Job Type: Full-time seasonal work.
- Schedule: Weekend and night work may be required during the build season.
- Compensation: Pay will be based on experience, qualifications, and project requirements.
What Chemco Offers
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Supportive field teams with a strong focus on safety, planning, and quality work.
If you are an experienced Horizontal Directional Driller who takes pride in safe, accurate, and high-quality underground construction work, we want to hear from you.
We thank all candidates for applying, but only those being considered for this position will be contacted.
