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Directional Drill Foreman (Fiber Optic)

HHM Facility Management
Lake, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/21/2025

Job Summary

We at Aspire Communications are seeking an experienced and skilled Directional Drill Foreman to lead our telecom construction team. The Directional Drill Foreman will be responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient operation of directional drilling equipment used in fiber optic installation projects. This role involves managing equipment, coordinating with team members, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and project specifications.

Job Responsibilities

  • Equipment Management : Inspect, grease, and maintain directional drill, minix, water truck (including pony motor and mixing system), mud vac, reel trailer, and drill head. Ensure all equipment is in good working condition.
  • Operational Setup : Fill water truck with water, confirm mud vac is empty, and help the locator prepare materials for the workday. Dig entry and exit pits, and set up the drill as required.
  • Directional Drilling : Choose the appropriate drill head based on soil conditions observed during potholing. Follow locator's instructions to drill bore and pull the product back once drilled.
  • Site Management : Monitor tailings to maintain correct flow, assist in sweeping the product into place, set up pedestals, and restore the work area post-operation.
  • Safety and Compliance : Fill out Job Safety Analysis (JSA), identify and communicate hazards to the team, such as proximity to traffic, trip and fall hazards, and ensure safety protocols are followed.
  • Logistics : Load and unload drills, excavators, and other equipment. Move equipment between job sites as needed.

Requirements

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Attitude : A positive can-do attitude with openness to innovative approaches and solutions.
  • Technical Skills : Expertise in operating trenching and excavation equipment for laying underground telecom cables. Proficiency in heavy machinery operation, including backhoes, excavators, trenchers, and directional drills.
  • Utility Knowledge : Ability to read utility maps, use utility locating equipment, and understand utility marking codes to avoid damaging existing utilities.
  • Physical Requirements : Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. and work in all weather conditions.
  • Licensing : Valid driver's license required; Class A CDL preferred.
  • Desired Skills & Qualifications

  • Experience : Previous experience in the telecom, utility, construction, or engineering industry is highly desirable.
  • Certification : Class A CDL is preferred but not required.
  • If you are a motivated leader with extensive experience in directional drilling and a strong commitment to safety and quality, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to contribute to our telecom construction team.

    Benefits :

  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance
  • Schedule :

  • 10 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed
  • Salary Description

    23.00 - $25.00 / hr

    Salary : $23 - $25

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