HDD Foreman – Underground Utility Drilling Lead

United Utility Services; Florida; On-site; USD 114,616,000 - 133,627,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Job summary

United Utility Services in Daytona, Florida, is seeking an HDD Operator to safely operate horizontal directional drilling equipment and CDL vehicles to install underground utilities including electric, fiber, telecommunications, and gas infrastructure.

You will execute bore plans, perform inspections, and support safe job-site operations, while reviewing bore plans, assisting with locating utilities, and maintaining equipment in pristine condition.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of HDD operating experience preferred.
• Ability to read utility drawings and bore profiles.
• Knowledge of underground utility construction and damage prevention practices.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Operate horizontal directional drilling rigs and related equipment.
• Perform pilot bores, reaming operations, and pipe or conduit pullback activities.
• Transport equipment and materials to and from project sites.
• Review bore plans and utility information before beginning work.
• Assist with locating and potholing activities to identify existing utilities.
• Perform daily inspections and preventive maintenance on drilling equipment.
• Monitor drilling conditions and communicate with the Locator and Foreman.
• Ensure proper setup and breakdown of drilling operations.
• Maintain clean and organized equipment and work areas.
• Follow OSHA regulations and company safety procedures.

Skills

Reading utility drawings

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

OSHA 10

Job description

United Utility Services in Daytona, Florida, is seeking an HDD Operator to safely operate horizontal directional drilling equipment and CDL vehicles to install underground utilities including electric, fiber, telecommunications, and gas infrastructure.

You will execute bore plans, perform inspections, and support safe job-site operations, while reviewing bore plans, assisting with locating utilities, and maintaining equipment in pristine condition.