Clearcreek Enterprises attends Ditch Witch HDD Operator Training

Investing in training is a commitment to quality and safety, and the future of our industry.

In April, several members of the Clearcreek Enterprises team traveled to Pennsylvania

and completed an intensive three-day HDD Operator Training designed to strengthen

hands-on-skills, operational knowledge, and industry best practices in horizontal

directional drilling.

At Clearcreek Enterprises, we believe investing in our team is one of the best ways we

can continue delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality work for our customers.

Throughout Ditch Witch’s HDD Operator Training, the team gained valuable real-world

experience working with HDD equipment and learning advanced operational

techniques.

The course also provided hands on experience operating self-loading drill systems,

helping operators better understand equipment functionality and jobsite setup

procedures. By strengthening these technical skills, crews are better prepared to

position drills properly, plan installations efficiently, and ensure the right tools and

materials are ready before works begins.

Safety remained a major focus throughout the training – especially utility avoidance and

understanding what lies below the surface before drilling begins. Proper planning and

safe drilling practices are critical in underground utility work, and this training reinforced

the importance of protecting existing infrastructure while safely installing customer

products.

Another standout portion of the training was the “Mud School” which focused on the

importance of bore mud in HDD operations. Team members learned how proper mud

usage impacts drilling performance, efficiency, and overall installation quality.

Beyond the technical knowledge gained, the experience also reflected the culture of

growth and professionalism at Clearcreek Enterprises. Sean Loudermilk, our

Underground Project Manager, shared that it was a great opportunity and experience to

represent the company during the training and expressed the pride in being part of a

company that invests in employee development and continuous improvement.

Training opportunities like this ultimately benefit both our team and our customers. By

continuing to educate and develop our crews, we can provide safer installations,

improved efficiency, and a higher level of confidence on every project we complete.

We would also like to extend a sincere thank you to Chase Walter at Ditch Witch for

hosting this training and providing valuable industry knowledge, hand-on instruction,

and an outstanding learning environment for our team. Opportunities like this play an

important role in strengthening the future of the fiber and utility industry.

At Clearcreek Enterprises, we remain committed to building strong teams, investing in

education, and delivering quality solutions for the communities and customers we serve.

A word from our CEO, David Wilcox:

I am very proud of our team for completing this training, it showcases their commitment

to delivering a quality product for our customers. There are many potential risks

involved in directional drilling so ensuring that we understand and appropriately utilize

the latest technology is crucial to ensuring a safe working environment and delivering a

on time, on budget project.