Directional Driller

Overview

Operate horizontal directional drill and support utility projects per client specs.

Key Responsibilities

• safety inspection
• daily reporting
• inventory management
• technical support
• machine coordination
• drilling techniques

Tasks

-Conduct pre-trip/walk-around safety inspection. -Ensure all reporting requirements are fulfilled and communicated daily to the foreman or coordinator. -Maintain excellent communication between members of the team and clients. -Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. -Manage inventory and supplies. -Provide technical support to clients and crew members as required. -Coordinate machine actions with other activities, positioning or moving of loads and conduct in response for hand or audio signals from team members. -Adhering to site and Aecon specific policies and regulations. -Keep abreast of all directional drilling techniques and all surveying methods. -Complete client’s site specific training as required. -Working as a member of the team by assisting other members when required. -Work with commitment to timelines and deadlines on a daily basis.

Requirements

• horizontal drilling
• digitrak
• vermeer
• heavy license
• surveying
• training

What You Bring

-Ability to operate Horizontal Directional Drill and/or locating equipment independently and safely. -Understand an analyze locate marks, stakes and property markers. -Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with managers, peers, and clients. -Valid state drivers– heavy truck and trailer License Preferred. -Ability to work with minimal supervision as directed by the site foreman -Able to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. -Thorough knowledge of state-of-the-art drilling and surveying technologies and practices. -Horizontal directional drilling experience or training. -Familiar with Digitrak Locating Equipment (F5, F5 Falcon) an asset. -Experience running a Vermeer or Ditch Witch HDD drills -Ability to train, coach, and mentor new hires.

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About Aecon Group Inc.

-From humble beginnings in plumbing and gas fitting, the company has evolved into a leading infrastructure developer, with operations rooted in Hamilton since its founding in 1877. -Offers comprehensive construction services across civil infrastructure, urban transit, nuclear power, utilities, and industrial works. -Through its Concessions arm, the company specializes in private-public partnerships (P3) for global infrastructure development, emphasizing integrated delivery from planning to long-term operations. -Delivers iconic projects including the CN Tower, Vancouver SkyTrain, Montreal-Trudeau Airport, Gordie Howe Bridge, and major nuclear refurbishments. -Expanding into next-generation energy solutions with Canada’s largest battery storage initiative and leadership in small modular reactor development. -While maintaining a strong presence in Canada, the company also caters to North American markets and selectively engages in international concessions. -Demonstrates expertise in complex mega-projects through seamless integration of engineering, construction, financing, and operations.

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