HDD Directional Drill Operator / Foreman (CDL Required) – Union

Distro; Dallas, Wysox Township, York (Luzerne County, PA, York County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union position

Potential union benefits package

Consistent underground utility work

Long-term infrastructure projects

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Pension / retirement contributions

Paid holidays and PTO

Training programs and apprenticeship

Job summary

SimpleHire seeks experienced HDD Directional Drill Operators and Foremen for underground utility construction in Pennsylvania. Union positions offer strong pay and long-term infrastructure projects across telecommunications and utilities.

Primary locations include Dallas, Wysox, and York, PA. The role requires a valid CDL, HDD experience, and the ability to pass drug and background checks. Union benefits may apply with ongoing work and union opportunities.

Qualifications

• CDL required and valid.
• Prior HDD operating experience.
• Experience installing underground conduit and utilities.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Able to join the union as a condition of employment.
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screening and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Operate HDD equipment to install underground conduit and fiber optic infrastructure.
• Supervise crews and coordinate daily field operations as Foreman (where applicable).
• Follow bore plans and drilling specifications accurately.
• Maintain jobsite safety and perform equipment inspections.
• Read construction drawings and complete project documentation.
• Collaborate with locators and field crews on projects.
• Ensure compliance with utility and construction standards.

Skills

CDL

HDD equipment operation

Team-oriented

Safety-minded

Reliable attendance

Tools

Vermeer drill rigs

Ditch Witch drill rigs

American Augers drill rigs

Job description

Job: HDD Directional Drill Operator (CDL Required) - Union

Client: SimpleHire

Position: HDD Directional Drill Operator and HDD Foreman (union roles)

Overview: SimpleHire is seeking experienced HDD Directional Drill Operators and Foremen for underground utility construction projects throughout Pennsylvania. Great opportunity for union employment, top industry pay, and long-term infrastructure projects in telecommunications, fiber, gas, and utilities.

Primary Locations:

• Dallas, PA
• Wysox, PA
• York, PA

Nearby Areas:

• Dallas, PA Area: Wilkes-Barre, Scranton, Kingston, Pittston, Hazleton, Mountain Top
• Wysox, PA Area: Towanda, Athens, Sayre, Wyalusing, Mansfield, Tunkhannock
• York, PA Area: Hanover, Lancaster, Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, Camp Hill, Dover, Red Lion

Compensation:

• HDD Directional Drill Operator: $38.00 - $39.00 per hour
• HDD Directional Drill Foreman: $40.00 per hour starting pay

Additional Compensation & Perks:

• Union position
• Potential union benefits package
• Consistent utility construction work
• Long-term infrastructure projects

About the Role:

• Operate Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) equipment to install underground conduit, fiber optic infrastructure, telecommunications systems, and utility lines safely and efficiently.
• Foreman-level responsibilities may include supervising crews, coordinating daily operations, maintaining production schedules, and ensuring safety compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate HDD equipment
• Complete underground utility installation projects
• Install conduit and underground utility lines
• Follow bore plans and drilling specifications
• Coordinate with utility locators and field crews
• Monitor drilling operations and bore path accuracy
• Maintain jobsite safety standards
• Perform equipment inspections and maintenance checks
• Read and interpret construction drawings and bore plans
• Complete project documentation and jobsite reporting
• Support telecommunications, fiber, gas, and electric infrastructure projects
• Ensure compliance with utility and construction standards

Foreman Responsibilities (If Applicable):

• Lead and supervise drilling crews
• Coordinate daily field operations
• Assign crew responsibilities
• Oversee production schedules
• Monitor safety compliance
• Communicate with project managers and customers

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Prior HDD operating experience
• Experience installing underground conduit and utilities
• Experience in underground utility construction environments
• Ability to join the union as a condition of employment
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening
• Ability to pass a 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 attendance and transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating Vermeer drill rigs
• Experience operating Ditch Witch drill rigs
• Experience operating American Augers drill rigs
• Fiber optic construction experience
• Telecommunications construction experience
• Gas utility construction experience
• Electric utility construction experience
• Ability to read bore plans and construction blueprints
• Previous Foreman or crew leadership experience

Benefits:

• Top industry pay ($38-$40/hr)
• Consistent underground utility construction work
• Union employment opportunities
• Potential union benefits (dependent on local agreement)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Pension / retirement contributions
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Training programs and apprenticeship opportunities
• Career advancement opportunities