Horizontal Drill Foreman, Telecom Construction

Description

TAK Broadband is a leading U.S. fiber broadband network construction contractor operating in 42 states. We build networks that connect communities to valuable digital opportunities through comprehensive service solutions, including engineering teams, distributors, and over 100 construction crews with extensive experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise drill crews to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications.
• Plan daily work activities, assign tasks and coordinate crew members, equipment and materials to meet production schedules.
• Review staking sheets, utility locates, bore plans and field designs to determine construction requirements prior to beginning work.
• Verify all utility locates are complete and visually confirmed before drilling operations begin.
• Operate horizontal directional drilling equipment and perform drill locating activities as needed to support production.
• Cover drilling operations with drill operators, locators, vacuum excavation crews and other construction personnel to complete pilot bores, reaming operations and product pullbacks.
• Coordinate drilling operations in both standard and high-risk areas with existing underground utilities while ensuring compliance with all safety requirements.
• Communicate with Construction Managers, Inspectors, Customers and Utility Representatives regarding project status, field conditions and production progress.
• Identify field conflicts, troubleshoot operational issues and recommend solutions to minimize delays and maintain production goals.
• Maintain a working knowledge of underground utility depths, placements and directional drilling best practices.
• Maintain a safe work site through proper traffic control, job site setup, housekeeping and surface restoration.
• Perform quality control inspections to verify completed work meets company and customer standards.
• Ensure bore logs, daily reports, as-built documentation and other required project records are completed accurately and submitted on time.
• Ensure vehicles, equipment and tools are properly maintained, inspected and secured daily; coordinate repairs as needed.
• Multi-task, shifting from one task to another without interruption.
• Work with a noise level from moderate to loud.
• Lift and carry up to 70lbs as needed.
• Complete work outdoors, in tight spaces or elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing in all weather conditions year round.
• Safely work and navigate various terrains, managing equipment, safety equipment and tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 3-5+ years of horizontal directional drilling experience.
• Previous experience leading drilling and/or construction crews.
• Demonstrated ability to operate drilling equipment and perform drill locating.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of drill mechanics, soil types, fluid mixtures and locator technology.
• Excellent customer service, time management, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• High level of energy, motivation and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task, shift from one task to another without interruption.
• Ability to work with a noise level from moderate to loud.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 70lbs as needed.
• Ability to complete work outdoors, in tight spaces or elevated by bending, reaching, twisting, climbing in all weather conditions year round.
• Ability to safely work and navigate various terrains, managing equipment, safety equipment and tools.

Benefits

• Full Time
• Paid Weekly
• Compensation: $30 - $40 per hour, DOE (per diem coverage if outside of area)
• Paid Training!
• Full Benefits Package (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match!
• 25K Company Paid Life Insurance
• Independent Work & Team Collaboration
• Career Development & Advancement Opportunities!

Pay

Compensation: $30 - $40 per hour, DOE (per diem coverage if outside of area)

Schedule

Full Time

Qualifications

Passing of all pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)