Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Operator - Primoris Distribution Services
Company: Primoris Distribution Services, Inc
Location: Ocala
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description We are looking to build crews
where we need to add Laborers, Foreman, Fusers and Operators
Primoris Distribution Services (PDS), a division of Primoris
Services Corporation, is a publicly owned and operated construction
contracting company that provides both specific and turnkey
services for its customers in the gas, oil, electric and
telecommunications industry. Primoris Distribution Services is an
industry leader in the installation of gas lines (plastic and
steel). We have immediate openings for Horizontal Directional Drill
(HDD) Operator in Tampa, Orlando, St.Petersburg and Ocala, Florida.
Primary Responsibilities include : The HDD Operator’s main
responsibility is to operate heavy equipment safely and effectively
for the installation of natural gas pipelines. The Operator will
perform other duties as required to support the crew. Primary
Requirements: Previous Horizontal Direction Drill experience is
required. Backhoe and/or Mini Ex experience is a plus Working
experience in construction, or the utility distribution industry in
Gas or Electric is preferred. 3 plus years of working experience in
operating, excavation equipment in utility industry is required.
Requires technical thinking, and the ability to read standards and
schematics. Physical Demands (All Positions): Must be able to lift
and/or move 50 pounds Standing, walking including and primarily on
uneven surfaces, turning, stooping, kneeling, crouching, speaking
and hearing are required continuously Work Environment (All
Positions): Employee will be subjected to outside weather
conditions Employee could be exposed to wet and/or humid
conditions, cold, heat and humidity. The noise level in the work
environment can often be loud The employee is frequently exposed to
slow- or fast-moving traffic in the work environment Operators must
be willing to work overtime as dictated by workload volumes. Our
company is a drug-free environment . This position requires
compliance with the company and Federal Department of
Transportation (FMSCA or PHMSA) drug testing policies and
procedures for both pre-employment and continuing random. PDS
provides competitive market pay, with a comprehensive benefit
package that includes: Medical, Dental and Vision insurance 401(k)
with Generous Company Match Company-paid Disability Insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance Paid Holidays Paid Vacation Qualified
veterans, minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
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