Lead Underground Drilling Foreman

Gogridsource; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation Pay

Holiday Pay

Life, Accident, and Short-Term Disable

Paid sick leave

Job summary

GridSource is seeking an Underground Foreman in Baton Rouge, LA to lead field crews on underground telecom construction projects. The role requires a valid CDL, 5+ years of underground telecom experience, and the ability to operate heavy equipment while ensuring safety and quality.

You will read prints, supervise crews, coordinate with utilities, and maintain project progress, depths, and depths to avoid utilities. Willingness to work extended hours is required.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL required.
• Read, interpret, and update construction prints and as-built.
• Experience setting poles, hanging aerial cable, and completing pole attachments.
• Minimum 5 years in underground telecom/broadband construction.
• Prior broadband industry experience required.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and lead crews effectively.
• Knowledge of NEC, OSHA, and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate the drill rig efficiently and safely.
• Navigate drill head to avoid utilities and maintain correct depths.
• Inspect and fuel vehicles before shifts.
• Learn and independently operate facility equipment.
• Use all required PPE and adhere to GridSource policies.

Skills

CDL

Crew supervision

Heavy equipment operation

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

NCTI/SCTE or similar certifications preferred

Job description

GridSource is seeking an Underground Foreman in Baton Rouge, LA to lead field crews on underground telecom construction projects. The role requires a valid CDL, 5+ years of underground telecom experience, and the ability to operate heavy equipment while ensuring safety and quality.

You will read prints, supervise crews, coordinate with utilities, and maintain project progress, depths, and depths to avoid utilities. Willingness to work extended hours is required.