Directional Boring Foreman - Underground (AP)

Pike•Mobile, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Directional Boring Foreman leads and supervises crews installing underground electric distribution and transmission infrastructure using horizontal directional drilling (HDD). The Foreman oversees daily field operations, safety compliance, resources, equipment, and productivity while ensuring high-quality utility construction. The role includes planning and coordinating HDD installations for electric distribution, transmission, street lighting, and related utility systems. The Foreman operates and directs the operation of directional boring equipment, monitors bore paths and drilling fluid systems, verifies existing underground facilities, and ensures work meets utility specifications, project plans, and construction standards. Responsibilities also include coordinating with project stakeholders, maintaining field documentation, scheduling labor and materials, restoring work areas, troubleshooting drilling challenges, and training crew members. The position is performed outdoors at construction sites in varying weather conditions and may involve exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, extreme conditions, and loud noise. The work may require extended hours, weekends, and storm restoration events as needed. Physical demands include standing, walking, climbing, bending, working around heavy equipment and active construction zones, and lifting up to 75 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum 5 years of directional drilling experience.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or foreman experience.
Knowledge of underground electric utility construction methods.
Experience operating directional drilling equipment and locating systems.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility maps, and staking sheets.
Strong understanding of utility locating requirements and damage prevention regulations.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to travel as required.
Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work around heavy equipment and active construction zones.
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and storm restoration events as needed.

Nice To Haves

CDL Class A.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
First Aid/CPR Certification.
Utility construction experience with electric distribution systems.
Experience with conduit installation, trenching, cable pulling, and underground power infrastructure.
Knowledge of state utility commission requirements and local permitting processes.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise directional boring crews performing underground utility construction.
Plan, coordinate, and execute HDD installations for electric distribution, transmission, street lighting, and related utility systems.
Operate and direct the operation of Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or equivalent directional boring equipment.
Ensure compliance with utility specifications, project plans, and construction standards.
Conduct daily job briefings, safety meetings, and hazard assessments.
Review utility locates and verify the location of existing underground facilities before excavation and boring activities.
Monitor bore paths, drilling fluid systems, and product installations to ensure accuracy and quality.
Coordinate with project managers, inspectors, engineers, utility representatives, and subcontractors.
Maintain daily production reports, safety documentation, equipment inspections, and project records.
Schedule labor, equipment, and materials to support project objectives.
Ensure proper restoration of right-of-way, easements, and work areas following project completion.
Troubleshoot drilling challenges, including rock formations, utility conflicts, and changing ground conditions.
Train and mentor crew members in safe work practices and proper equipment operation.
Promote and enforce a safety-first culture; conduct job hazard analyses and tailboard meetings.
Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards.
Immediately address unsafe conditions and practices.
Participate in incident investigations and corrective action implementation.