HDD Foreman: Lead Underground Utility Drilling & Safety

Midwest Mole; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Mole is seeking a Working Foreman to lead a Horizontal Directional Drilling crew in central Indiana and the Midwest. You will supervise HDD operations, locate utilities, and oversee HDPE fusion, mud mixing, and safety documentation.

The role demands strong communication, plan-reading skills, and the ability to work independently within a team. The ideal candidate has HDPE fusion certification, proven underground utility experience, and a solid safety mindset to ensure high-quality,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 2–3 years of related experience.
• Experienced HDD operator.
• HDPE fusion experience and certification.
• Prior underground utility work experience.
• Ability to read plans, specifications, manuals and schematics.

Responsibilities

• Lead HDD crew as working foreman with safety focus.
• Operate Horizontal Directional Drilling machines.
• Operate HDD locator.
• Supervise mud mixing and HDPE fusion.
• Locate utilities and generate drill profiles.
• Oversee water and sewer installation and testing.
• Record safety meetings, daily reports, and time.
• Read plans and specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Safety focus

Communication

Plan reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

HDD machines

HDPE fusion equipment

HDD locator

Excavator

Loader

Skid Steer

Backhoe

Documentation tools

Job description

Midwest Mole is seeking a Working Foreman to lead a Horizontal Directional Drilling crew in central Indiana and the Midwest. You will supervise HDD operations, locate utilities, and oversee HDPE fusion, mud mixing, and safety documentation.

The role demands strong communication, plan-reading skills, and the ability to work independently within a team. The ideal candidate has HDPE fusion certification, proven underground utility experience, and a solid safety mindset to ensure high-quality,