OSP Telecommunications Directional Driller

Distro • Reno, NV

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The OSP Telecommunications Directional Driller operates horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment for underground utility construction, including installation of underground conduit and utility lines. Work is available in Boise, Idaho; Reno, Nevada; and Las Vegas, Nevada. The role involves working outdoors in all weather conditions and performing physically demanding work. The position is union-based, and the ability to join the union is a condition of employment. A foreman-level role may also involve coordinating daily work activities and overseeing field crews.

Requirements

• Prior experience operating HDD equipment.
• Experience installing underground conduit and utility lines.
• Experience working in underground utility construction environments.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to join the union as a condition of employment.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Ability to lift heavy materials and perform physically demanding work.
• Strong safety mindset.
• Team-oriented attitude.
• Reliable transportation and attendance.
• For foreman-level work, previous crew leadership or supervisory experience and the ability to coordinate daily work activities and oversee field crews.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or American Augers drill rigs.
• Fiber optic construction experience.
• Telecom construction experience.
• Gas utility construction experience.
• Electric utility construction experience.
• Ability to read bore plans.
• Ability to read construction blueprints or prints.
• Previous foreman or crew leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment.
• Install underground conduit and utility lines.
• Work in underground utility construction environments.
• For foreman-level work, coordinate daily work activities and oversee field crews.

Benefits

• Potential union benefits package, depending on the local union agreement; the posting says to verify details with the employer.
• Potential medical, dental, and vision insurance, pension or retirement contributions, training and apprenticeship opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off; these are not confirmed and should be verified with the employer.
• Consistent underground utility construction work.
• Hourly pay of $38–$40, depending on role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed