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Bore Operator

CompanyMaldonado-Burkett LLP
LocationCorpus Christi
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 4, 2026
About The Company
MALDONADO-BURKETT, LLP (M-B) is a certified DBE and HUB Engineering and Construction firm in Texas and Georgia. We have the talent for innovative design, and the broad experience necessary to collaborate with other disciplines for transportation projects. M-B specializes in ITS, lighting and electrical engineering systems, and roadway design for streets and highways. We are a growing company and have offices throughout Texas and metro Atlanta.
About the Role

Description

Are you seeking an opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge as a Bore Operator? Look no further and apply today.


Opportunity: Bore Operator 


Location: Corpus Christi, Texas


Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly, On-site / In Field 


Salary: $25 - $35 per hour, paid out weekly (commensurate on experience/qualifications)

 

Signing bonus available. Details will be provided during the offer process. 


Who we are:


Maldonado-Burkett, LLP (M-B), a Texas based Engineering firm established in 2007, has an immediate opening in Corpus Christi, Texas for a Bore Operator. M-B specializes in ITS, signals and commercial construction. Our company also carries pre-certifications with TxDOT. M-B nurtures a culture where team members are supported, included, and empowered to make meaningful decisions. We have steadily grown to six offices across Texas and Georgia with over 100 team members. We offer generous opportunities for career development and growth. If you’re looking for an opening where you can make an immediate impact, we welcome your application.


Work Perks:


 • Health / Dental / Vision with Employer Contribution
• Employer Matched 401(k)
• Health Savings Account
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays and PTO Accrual
• Professional Development Opportunities


What we are looking for:


M-B is currently hiring a Bore Operator to be based out of our office in Corpus Christi, TX. This position will work with construction crews on various projects within Texas. 


This site is not accessible via public transportation; reliable transportation will be a requirement.

Requirements

What it takes to be successful as a Bore Operator: 

  • Drill Operation:  Safely operate a Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD), set up equipment,  follow the bore path, and communicate with the locator/lead.
  • Installation & Support: Assist with potholing, remediation, setting hand holes, completing tie-ins, and installing the product.
  • Equipment Care:  Drive equipment to job sites and perform essential vehicle/equipment  maintenance, pre-trip/post-trip inspections, fluid checks, cleaning, and  necessary paperwork (Bore log, maintenance reports).
  • Compliance: Follow job specifications, company policies, safety procedures, and the "Operator's Manual."

Essential Qualifications:

  • Experience: 3+ years of Horizontal Directional Drilling experience.
  • Knowledge:  Strong understanding of underground utilities and working knowledge of  DOT regulations. Knowledge of underground potholing is preferred.
  • License: Must maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A, with airbrake endorsement).
  • Attributes: Self-motivated, production, quality, and safety-minded, with the ability to work in all weather conditions.

Conditions of Employment:

  • Must be eligible for coverage under the company’s commercial auto insurance policy, which requires drivers to be 23 years or older and carry a valid TX driver’s license.
  • Applicant will be subject to a Motor Vehicle Record Check. Satisfactory driving records are required for driving company or personal vehicles and motor driven equipment to conduct company business.
  • Applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen. Safety impact employees will be subject to additional drug and alcohol testing throughout his/her employment.
  • As part of its employment process, M-B may procure or have prepared a criminal background check. An applicant with an unsatisfactory criminal background check report is ineligible to be hired for the position for which the report is initiated.
  • If hired, applicant must provide document(s) within three (3) days of hire date that establish identity and employment eligibility. A complete list of acceptable documents is on file with the local Texas Workforce Commission office or http://www.twc.state.tx.us/
M-B is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Skills
Horizontal Directional Drill OperationHDDPotholingRemediationTie-insEquipment MaintenancePre-trip InspectionsPost-trip InspectionsBore Log ReportingMaintenance ReportingUnderground Utilities KnowledgeDOT Regulations KnowledgeCDL Class AAirbrake EndorsementSafety ComplianceSelf-Motivation
Categories
ConstructionEngineeringTradesEnergy
Benefits
HealthDentalVision401kHealth Savings AccountLife InsurancePaid HolidaysPTO AccrualProfessional Development Opportunities
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Bore Operator will safely operate a Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD), manage equipment setup, follow the bore path, and assist construction crews with tasks like potholing, remediation, and completing tie-ins. Responsibilities also include driving equipment to job sites and performing essential vehicle and equipment maintenance checks.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$25 - $35
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
65
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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