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Telecommunications Directional Driller - 100% Travel
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What they do
A Driller or Drill Operator operates machines used to drill in quarries, mines, or construction sites.
$59,536 / year median in Missouri
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Telecommunications Directional Driller
•100% Travel SimpleHire Kansas City, MO Job Details Full-time $35
•$47 an hour 4 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Outdoor work experience Underground utilities CDL A Performing background checks
Full Job Description Title:
Directional Driller
•100% Travel Crew Number of openings: 8
Salary:
$35
•$47 per hour, plus $30/day per diem
Job Type:
Full-time, Travel Position (100%)
Description:
We're building out traveling drill crews for telecommunications and fiber construction projects nationwide, with the first assignment based in Duluth, MN. This is a 100% travel position — you'll work on job sites across the country as projects are assigned. All travel costs and required certifications are covered. Pay & Benefits $35
•47 per hour, based on experience $30 per day worked in per diem All travel costs covered All required certifications covered What You'll Do Operate horizontal directional drilling equipment to install underground conduit and fiber optic cable Set up, maintain, and troubleshoot drilling equipment, including daily inspections Follow bore plans, utility markings, and site prints to drill accurate paths Work closely with a locator to track depth, pitch, and bore path in real time Travel to a new job site as assignments come up, starting with Duluth, MN What We're Looking For Hands-on experience operating directional drilling equipment on telecommunications or fiber construction projects Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions Willing and able to travel 100% of the time Must be able to pass a motor vehicle record check, a drug screening, and a felony background check Class A commercial driver's license is a nice-to-have, not required Ready to take your directional drilling experience on the road? Apply today — 8 positions open now.
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
Pay:
$35.00
•$47.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0
•60.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person