James Dylan Wilkerson
Brandon
Summary
Experienced Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Operator with over 6 years of experience in utility, fiber optic, natural gas distribution, and transmission pipeline construction. Proven leadership as a Drill Foreman with extensive knowledge of HDD operations, locating, crew management, jobsite safety, and underground utility installation. Strong track record of completing projects safely, efficiently, and to specification in both rural and urban environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transmission Pipeline Ground Hand
Delta Directional
- Assisted with installation of 12-inch to 42-inch transmission pipelines.
- Supported HDD operations, rig setup, tooling changes, and jobsite logistics.
- Maintained safe work practices while working on large-scale pipeline projects.
HDD Driller / Locator
Delta Directional, Electricom LLC, and ClearPath Utility Solutions
- Installed fiber optic infrastructure in both rural and urban environments.
- Operated HDD equipment and performed utility locating for telecommunications projects.
- Worked closely with project managers and crews to ensure accurate and efficient installations.
- Maintained compliance with project specifications and safety requirements.
Drill Foreman / Locator
Miller Pipeline
- Managed HDD crews performing natural gas distribution installations in urban environments.
- Coordinated daily work activities, utility locating, and bore operations.
- Ensured adherence to company safety standards and project requirements.
- Maintained productivity while minimizing disruptions in high-traffic and densely populated areas.
HDD Operator / Drill Foreman
Delta Directional
01.2019 - Current
- Accumulated 6.5 years of hands-on HDD experience across fiber optic, utility, gas, and pipeline projects.
- Served 2.5 years as Drill Foreman, leading crews, coordinating daily operations, and ensuring project completion on schedule.
- Operated HDD equipment for installations in rural and urban environments while maintaining safety and quality standards.
- Performed utility locating, bore planning, tracking, and drill path adjustments.
- Conducted equipment inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Skills
- Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
- Drill Foreman Leadership
- Utility Locating & Tracking
- Fiber Optic Installation
- Natural Gas Distribution
- Transmission Pipeline Construction
- Crew Supervision & Coordination
- Jobsite Safety & Compliance
- Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Bore Planning & Execution
Certification
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) - Automatic Restriction
- Foreman Leadership Training
Timeline
HDD Operator / Drill Foreman
Delta Directional
01.2019 - Current
Transmission Pipeline Ground Hand
Delta Directional
HDD Driller / Locator
Delta Directional, Electricom LLC, and ClearPath Utility Solutions
Drill Foreman / Locator
Miller Pipeline