Drilling Crew Foreman

Utilities One; Portland (OR); Sur place; USD 91 000 - 182 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Weekly compensation between $2,000-$4,000

Company-provided equipment

Leadership mentorship

Résumé du poste

Utilities One in Portland, OR is hiring a Drilling Crew Foreman to oversee underground drilling operations. This opportunity is ideal for those with at least 2 years of HDD experience. The foreman will manage their crew, ensuring safety and quality standards are met, while benefiting from operational support. Weekly compensation ranges from $2,000 to $4,000, with additional back-office support provided. Candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills, and a valid CDL.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in underground drilling operations.
• Leadership experience with field crews preferred.
• Business-minded with an interest in team growth and performance.

Responsabilités

• Lead daily operations of in-house UG drilling crews.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Train and mentor crew members.
• Manage jobsite documentation and restoration.

Connaissances

HDD experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of HDD equipment

Ability to read job prints

Outils

CDL (driver’s license)

Description du poste

Drilling Crew Foreman

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Contract

Location: United States - Portland, OR

Reporting To: Denis Mezer

Compensation: $2,000 - $4,000 / week

Description

Utilities One is seeking an experienced Drilling Crew Foreman to lead underground drilling operations across our project regions. This role is ideal for highly motivated leaders with strong horizontal directional drilling (HDD) experience who are ready to operate with autonomy, manage their own crews, and deliver high-quality infrastructure projects in a fast‑paced environment.

As a trusted national turnkey infrastructure contractor, Utilities One supports telecom, power, water, renewable energy, and data center projects. Foremen are empowered to run their crews as independent business units, with compensation tied to production performance, while benefiting from the operational, logistical, and administrative support of a growing national organization. This is an opportunity for driven professionals who take ownership of safety, quality, timelines, and profitability and want to make a meaningful impact by building critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of in‑house UG drilling crews;
• Ensure all work meets safety, quality, and client specifications;
• Manage jobsite documentation, restoration, and bore logs;
• Coordinate with regional managers and coordinators to meet project goals;
• Read and interpret job prints, locate utilities, and ensure proper bore paths;
• Train and mentor crew members for growth and consistency;
• Drive production results while maintaining quality and compliance;
• Oversee equipment use and maintenance, ensuring readiness for each project;
• Grow crew capacity over time to take on more work and increase earning potential.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 2+ years of experience in underground drilling operations (HDD);
• Valid driver’s license (CDL);
• Strong knowledge of HDD equipment, safety practices, and restoration work;
• Ability to read and interpret job prints and bore profiles;
• Prior experience leading field crews strongly preferred;
• Clear communication and leadership skills;
• Business-minded with an interest in growing teams and earning from performance;
• Willingness to travel as needed within the assigned region.

Benefits

• Weekly Payment Range: $2,000-$4,000 (paid per foot);
• Company‑provided equipment, logistics, and full project support;
• Back‑office assistance (legal, licensing, compliance);
• Leadership mentorship and growth opportunities;
• Build your future with a rapidly expanding infrastructure company;
• Partner with Utilities One under an MSA - operate your own crew with full support and no upfront investment.