Experienced HDD Driller – Underground Telecom

Red Deer, AB
On-site
Posted Aug 27, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Execute HDD bores for underground telecom installations from pilot hole to pullback while operating Ditch Witch equipment. Maintain constant communication with the locating team and perform routine rig maintenance and site documentation.

Job details

We're Looking for Someone Who Knows the Drill At GCS Group, we don't spend a lot of time explaining what HDD is to our operators — we expect you already know. We're a Red Deer-based telecom contractor with active bore crews running steady project schedules, and right now we have a seat open for an Experienced HDD Driller who's ready to step in and contribute from day one. This isn't a training role. We need someone who has put real hours behind a Ditch Witch drill, understands ground conditions, and can run a bore with confidence. In return, we offer the kind of work environment that experienced operators actually want — consistent hours, a capable crew, and a company that takes care of the people who perform. Your Day-to-Day Execute HDD bores on underground telecom installations from pilot hole through to pullback Operate Ditch Witch drill equipment across a range of soil conditions and bore profiles Maintain constant communication with the SubSite locating team throughout every bore Handle tooling selection, drill string management, and fluid system monitoring Perform daily rig inspections, routine maintenance, and field-level troubleshooting Keep accurate bore logs and contribute to site documentation Work within a tight-knit crew where everyone pulls their weight Experience & Certifications Proven seat time on Ditch Witch HDD drill rigs — this is a firm requirement Hands-on experience working with SubSite locating systems during live bores Background in telecom, fibre, or underground utility installation strongly preferred All certifications must be valid and verified before your start date — no exceptions Certifications Ground Disturbance Level 2 training certification; CSTS 2020 training certification Valid class 5 license with clean drivers abstract The GCS Group Package High-hour schedule on ongoing telecom project work — we don't slow down Wages that reflect what you actually bring to the rig Full company benefits Christmas performance bonus for operators who earn it Accommodations and LOA fully covered for anyone traveling from more than 100 km out Straightforward offer for a straightforward operator. If you've got the experience and the certifications, reach out — we'd like to have you on the crew. Apply now with GCS Group.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires proven seat time on Ditch Witch HDD drill rigs and hands-on experience with SubSite locating systems. Candidates must hold valid Ground Disturbance Level 2, CSTS 2020 certifications, and a class 5 driver's license.