Bore / Hydrovac Superintendent

Northstar Energy Solutions, LLC.•Grand Prairie, TX

13d

About The Position

NorthStar Energy Solutions is seeking an experienced, safety-focused Bore/Vac Superintendent to oversee horizontal directional drilling (HDD), hydrovac excavation, and underground construction activities supporting natural gas distribution systems. The role plans, directs, and supervises multiple crews and utility conflict investigations, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company, client, and regulatory requirements. The superintendent serves as the primary field leader for bore and hydrovac operations supporting gas distribution construction and maintenance programs.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years of underground utility construction experience.
Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience.
Ability to respond to after-hours emergencies when required.
Strong experience with directional drilling and utility excavation operations.
Thorough understanding of gas distribution construction practices.
Working knowledge of damage prevention, utility locating, and excavation safety requirements.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility maps, and project specifications.
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Valid driver's license required.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class A.
Experience working on Atmos Energy, CenterPoint Energy, or similar gas utility systems.
OSHA 30 Certification.
Experience with polyethylene (PE) gas pipe installation.
Experience managing multiple crews across large service territories.

Responsibilities

Direct and supervise multiple directional drilling, hydrovac, and underground utility construction crews.
Coordinate manpower and equipment to meet project schedules and production goals.
Ensure compliance with company safety policies, OSHA regulations, state utility requirements, and client standards.
Verify utility locates, potholing activities, and utility conflict mitigation before excavation and drilling operations.
Review project drawings, work orders, utility maps, and permit requirements.
Monitor directional drilling operations to ensure proper installation depths, clearances, and bore accuracy.
Oversee hydrovac activities for exposing existing facilities, service verification, and utility crossings.
Conduct safety meetings, quality audits, and production reviews.
Coordinate daily with project managers, utility representatives, inspectors, municipalities, and customers.
Manage emergency response activities related to damaged facilities, service disruptions, and restoration efforts.
Review daily reports, production metrics, job costs, and scheduling requirements.
Mentor and develop Foremen, Operators, and field personnel.