HDD Large Rig Superintendent

InterCon Construction; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

InterCon Construction seeks an HDD Superintendent to supervise heavy rig HDD operations for oil/gas transmission lines, ensuring safety and efficiency on site.

You will coordinate with customers, officials, and subcontractors, review plans, order materials, maintain records, and lead a crew while upholding company policies and safety standards.

Travel nationwide is required to support projects across the United States.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience operating large rig HDD equipment.
• Minimum 3,000 ft HDD crossings (20-inch).
• CDL preferred; valid driver's license with clean record.
• Willing to travel across the United States.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HDD crew operations, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Monitor and direct HDD crew duties.
• Meet with customers, officials, locating services, and subcontractors.
• Conduct daily safety tailgate briefings.
• Procure and arrange materials for timely delivery.
• Maintain daily material/time records for company and customers.
• Promote safety and maintain housekeeping.
• Ensure equipment and vehicles are maintained and clean.
• Ensure proper tooling is available for drills on site.
• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HDD operations

Large rig experience

Reading plans

OSHA safety

Team leadership

CDL preferred

Willing to travel nationwide

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Requirements

The HDD Superintendent is responsible for supervising and performing skilled work with large rig horizontal directional drilling (HDD) in the construction, maintenance, and repair of oil/gas transmission lines.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily operations of the HDD crew, ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Monitors, directs, and participates in all the duties of the HDD crew.
• Responsible for meeting with customers, local officials, locating services, and subcontractors in coordination of the project.
• Conduct daily safety tailgate briefings.
• Procures and arranges materials for timely and efficient delivery.
• Maintains daily company records (such as material and time) to provide to company and/or customer.
• Promotes safety practices and maintains good housekeeping practices.
• Ensures equipment and vehicles are maintained and kept clean.
• Assures proper tooling is available for drills on job site.
• Assures company policies and procedures are implemented and followed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Required Knowledge/Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous experience running and operating large rig HDD operations.
• Experience a minimum of 3000 feet of 20‑inch HDD crossings.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with a good, clean driving record. CDL preferred.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of underground oil/gas transmission systems.
• Fundamental understanding of safety regulations, OSHA regulations, first aid, and methods of applying resuscitation.
• Knowledge of local and state regulations, rules, specifications, and operating practices.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and written instructions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team‑oriented environment.
• Consistent travel required throughout the United States.

InterCon Construction is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer *****

Application Instructions

Apply Online: ipc.us/t/85548C5A81D24D5F