What is a horizontal drill operator and how to become one

Key steps to become a horizontal drill operator

1. Explore horizontal drill operator education requirements

   Most common horizontal drill operator degrees

   High School Diploma

   50.0 %

   Diploma

   18.8 %

   Certificate

   12.5 %

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2. Start to develop specific horizontal drill operator skills

   Skills	Percentages
   CDL	72.26%
   Directional Drill	23.24%
   Fiber Optic	3.20%
   Hand Holes	0.92%
   Routine Maintenance	0.39%

3. Complete relevant horizontal drill operator training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-3 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New horizontal drill operators learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a horizontal drill operator based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real horizontal drill operator resumes.

4. Research horizontal drill operator duties and responsibilities

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5. Prepare your horizontal drill operator resume

   When your background is strong enough, you can start writing your horizontal drill operator resume.

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6. Apply for horizontal drill operator jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a horizontal drill operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams