Donald Tillman
Summary
Horizontal Directional Drilling professional with extensive field experience in underground utility installations. Expertise in bore planning, project oversight, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols and specifications. Strong work ethic and adaptability. Aiming to contribute to safe and efficient utility installations as a Horizontal Directional Drilling Inspector.
Overview
51
51
years of professional experience
Work History
Directional Drilling Professional
Flatirons Drilling
09.2017 - 02.2026
- Performed and supported horizontal directional drilling operations for underground utility installations
- Monitored drilling processes, ensuring compliance with project plans and safety standards to mitigate risks
- Assisted in bore planning and coordinated jobsite activities to streamline operations
- Operated drilling equipment and supported field crews, contributing to effective project execution
Operator / Driver
EBC Enterprises
01.2014 - 09.2017
- Operated heavy equipment and provided transportation support for construction operations
- Coordinated jobsite setup and managed material delivery to ensure timely project execution
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to uphold equipment safety and operational readiness
Directional Drill Foreman / Operator
Bullseye Backhoe Services
03.2008 - 01.2014
- Supervised directional drilling crews and daily field operations
- Coordinated bore planning and ensured safe underground installations
- Operated HDD rigs and excavation equipment
- Maintained project timelines and equipment usage
Delivery Driver
McLane Western
05.2004 - 03.2008
- Coordinated timely delivery of goods and materials to ensure customer satisfaction
- Ensured vehicle safety and adhered to logistics schedules for optimal operations
- Delivered products efficiently to various locations within assigned routes.
- Inspected vehicles for safety and operational readiness before each trip.
- Assisted in loading and unloading products to ensure proper handling.
Directional Boring Machine Operator / Lowboy Driver
Blue Ridge Enterprises
02.1996 - 11.2003
- Operated directional boring machines and excavation equipment
- Designed bores for permitting and project approval
- Transported heavy equipment using lowboy trailers
- Assisted with purchasing trucks and construction equipment
Boring Foreman / Equipment Operator
S&B Road Boring
01.1984 - 12.1995
- Supervised underground boring operations and field crews
- Determined required equipment for drilling and boring projects
- Operated construction equipment and drove company trucks
- Met with utility companies to coordinate underground locates
Pipeline / Cable Construction Worker
Various Pipeline & Cable Construction Contractors
01.1979 - 01.1988
- Worked on underground pipeline and cable installation projects
- Assisted with construction, equipment operation, and jobsite preparation
Press Area Layout & Setup Technician
Polar Manufacturing
01.1975 - 01.1978
- Set up manufacturing press equipment
- Performed layout work and production preparation
Skills
- Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
- Bore Planning & Design
- Trenchless Technology
- Boring machine operation
- Underground Utility Installation
- Utility coordination
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Cable construction
- Jobsite Supervision
- Construction Site Safety
- Lowboy Equipment Transport
- Equipment procurement
Additional Qualifications
- Over four decades of experience in underground utility construction
- Strong understanding of drilling safety procedures and jobsite operations
- Experienced in coordinating with utility companies and project teams
- Extensive hands-on field knowledge applicable to inspection and compliance roles
Timeline
Directional Drilling Professional
Flatirons Drilling
09.2017 - 02.2026
Operator / Driver
EBC Enterprises
01.2014 - 09.2017
Directional Drill Foreman / Operator
Bullseye Backhoe Services
03.2008 - 01.2014
Delivery Driver
McLane Western
05.2004 - 03.2008
Directional Boring Machine Operator / Lowboy Driver
Blue Ridge Enterprises
02.1996 - 11.2003
Boring Foreman / Equipment Operator
S&B Road Boring
01.1984 - 12.1995
Pipeline / Cable Construction Worker
Various Pipeline & Cable Construction Contractors
01.1979 - 01.1988
Press Area Layout & Setup Technician
Polar Manufacturing
01.1975 - 01.1978