IBEW Driller – Transmission Division - Nationwide USA

Tri State Drilling; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem paid during travel

Union IBEW support

Career growth opportunities

DOT medical certificate reimbursement

Job summary

Tri-State Drilling in Plymouth, MN is seeking an experienced IBEW Driller – Transmission Division for nationwide projects. The role leads drilling crews and ensures foundations meet specifications on high-voltage transmission line projects.

You will operate drilling equipment, coordinate with foremen, and travel with per diem and expenses covered. This union position emphasizes safety and crew leadership with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Established Driller experience, 3 years or more preferred.
• Good decision-making skills; operate without direct supervision and work well within your team.
• Ability to read construction drawings.
• Ability to give clear direction. Communicates in a positive manner.
• Team - oriented attitude with a commitment to safety.
• Must be 21+ years old for interstate CDL travel.
• Willingness to travel; per diem and travel expenses covered.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following and enforcing standard procedures.
• Understand the bid and the contract.
• Coordinate all work according to the schedule.
• Communicate regularly with the Operations Leadership and Project Manager.
• Ensure the timely coordination of material deliveries.
• Ensure locates are accomplished.
• Assist the team with duties as needed to support the project.

Skills

Driller experience

Decision making

Read construction drawings

Clear direction

Teamwork

Safety focus

Willingness to travel

Tools

Drilling equipment operation

Job description

IBEW Driller – Transmission Division - Nationwide USA

Plymouth, MN

Opportunity Details

Full Time IBEW Driller – Transmission Division - Nationwide USA

The Driller is responsible for operating drilling equipment and leading crews in the safe and efficient construction of drilled shaft foundations for high-voltage transmission line projects. Depending on project needs, this role may serve as the crew foreman, providing day-to-day leadership, and ensuring the foundation is drilled to the proper dimensions and the concrete poured to meet established standards and project specifications

This is an IBEW union position reporting to a Crew Foreman, General Foreman or Superintendent.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all-inclusive and may be expanded to include otherresponsibilitiesas necessary.

• Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following and enforcing standard procedures
• Understand the bid and the contract
• Coordinate all work according to the schedule
• Communicate regularly with the Operations Leadership and Project Manager
• Ensure the timely coordination of material deliveries
• Ensures locates are accomplished
• Assist the team with duties as needed to support the project

Qualifications

• Established Driller experience, 3 years or more preferred.
• Good decision-making skills; operate without direct supervision and work well within your team.
• Ability to read construction drawings.
• Ability to give clear direction. Communicates in a positive manner.
• Valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement strongly preferred.
• Prior experience operating drilling equipment with varying methods and conditions
• Must be 21+ years old for interstate CDL travel
• Willingness to travel (company pays per diem and travel expenses)
• Strong decision ‑ making skills and a proactive mindset
• Team ‑ oriented attitude with a commitment to safety
• Ability to pass company paid background check, drug screen, and DOT screenings.
• Strictly adhere to all safety requirements, not only for yourself but for the team around.

This role involves hands-on work at active construction sites, primarily outdoors and exposed to a variety of weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, and wind.You willoperatein environments with uneven terrain, heavy equipment, and ongoing construction activity.The position requires physical stamina, awareness of surroundings, and the ability tofollow safety procedures at all times.Personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn asrequired. You should be comfortable performing physically demandingtasks, adapting to changing site conditions, and communicating clearly with crew members and supervisors. Flexibility and a strong commitment to safety are essential.

What We Offer

• We will support your entry into the IBEW
• Top tier IBEW compensation and benefits
• Reimbursement for DOT Medical Certificate
• Competitive per diem while travelingRealistic travel schedule to balance work, safety, wellness and home life
• Growth focus to support your career and development

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing.

Tri-State Drilling is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Tri-State Drilling does not work with any third-party recruiters or agencies without a signed agreement with the Recruitment Team.