GCS Group is looking for a Junior Telecom HDD Driller to join our growing operations in Red Deer, Alberta. We run active underground telecom installation projects and our drill crews are busy year-round. This is an entry-level operator position — not a labour role. We want someone who is certified, physically ready for field work, and reliable about building a career behind the controls.
You'll be working under the guidance of experienced operators on Ditch Witch equipment, learning how a professional drill crew runs a bore from setup to pullback. The hours are real, the work is demanding, and the opportunity to advance is genuine.
Duties & Expectations
- Operate Ditch Witch HDD drill equipment under direct supervision of a senior driller
- Assist with rig setup, rod handling, tooling changes, and equipment breakdown
- Monitor drill console readings and report any irregularities to the lead operator
- Work in sync with the locating crew during all bore operations
- Perform basic daily maintenance and pre-shift equipment inspections
- Keep the work area clean, organized,
and hazard-free throughout the shift
What You Need
- All required certifications must be completed and valid before your first shift — this is a firm condition of hire
- Basic knowledge of Ditch Witch HDD equipment is an asset
- Mechanically inclined with a willingness to learn from experienced operators
- Strong work ethic and the ability to perform physically demanding outdoor work
- Valid driver's licence
GCS Group Benefits
- High-volume project work — we keep our operators busy
- Entry-level pay with real advancement potential
- Benefits package
- Christmas performance bonus
- LOA and accommodations arranged for workers traveling from beyond 100 km
REQUIRED CERTIFICATES
- Ground Disturbance Level 2 training certification;
- CSTS 2020 training certification
- Whmis 2015
- Clean abstract and valid drivers license
The best drillers in the trade all started somewhere. GCS Group is a strong place to begin. Apply today and get your career off the ground.