Horizontal Directional Drilling Laborer
Tacoma
Horizontal Directional Drilling Laborer
Full Time • Tacoma
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Laborer
RAPID WIRE / UNDERGROUND CONSTRUCTION
Key Responsibilities
· Assist in setting up and operating HDD equipment on job sites.
· Excavate bore pits and prepare the site for drilling operations.
· Support conduit pulling and fiber installation.
· Set hand holes and assist with connections as required.
· Perform core drilling, potholing, and building penetrations.
· Conduct equipment checks, including fluid levels and vehicle inspections.
· Ensure site safety by following proper procedures and communicating effectively with the crew.
· Assist with backfilling, seeding, and site cleanup post-installation.
Job Requirements
· Experience in construction or utility labor (HDD experience preferred but not required).
· Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
· Strong attention to safety procedures and job site protocols.
· Physical capability to lift heavy materials and perform labor-intensive tasks.
· Valid driver’s license (CDL preferred).
· Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and physical exam.
· Flexibility to work long hours and weekends, as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
· Experience with underground utilities and directional drilling.
· Familiarity with potholing and backfilling processes.
Work Schedule
· 8-hour shifts, with potential for overtime based on project demands.
Application Questions
· Do you have experience digging trenches or bore pits?
· Please provide your email address and contact information for communication.
Why Join Us?
· Competitive compensation with growth opportunities.
· Hands-on experience in a fast-paced, in-demand industry.
· Work with a professional team committed to safety, quality, and excellence.
If you are a motivated individual looking for a rewarding career in HDD operations, we encourage you to apply!
Compensation: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
SERVICE, INTEGRITY, AND COMMITMENT
Since 2005, Rapid Wire has led the underground service installation industry with superior service, candid integrity, and an unyielding commitment to seeing every job through to the end. Though directional drilling remains to be our most requested service, we also specialize in underground utility services, trenching, potholing, utility plan and profile/ design, cable plowing, and traffic control. Our fleet of over 90 trucks, semis, drills, and excavators combined with highly skilled technicians and rigorous certification standards help us expertly navigate jobs ranging from smaller residential projects to complete, enterprise level solutions.
WE APPRECIATE YOUR INTEREST IN WORKING WITH US
WE APPRECIATE YOUR INTEREST IN WORKING WITH US
Rapid Wire is always on the lookout for skilled talent to join our team. Whether you’re an experienced tradesman seeking new opportunities or you’re just breaking into the scene, we’d love to hear from hardworking individuals ready to start a new chapter in their professional career.
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