Maxi Rig / Large Drill Rig Superintendent (Horizontal Directional Drilling)

Five Star Infrastructure Services, dBA InterCon Construction; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Five Star Infrastructure Services, dBA InterCon Construction is seeking a Superintendent to oversee HDD operations and safety on oil/gas transmission projects. The role involves directing crew activities, coordinating with customers and officials, and ensuring timely material delivery and documentation.

The position requires travel across the United States, a high school diploma or equivalent, and prior HDD experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous experience with HDD operations.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, OSHA, and emergency procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and written instructions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Consistent travel is required throughout the United States.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HDD crew operations and safety.
• Direct and participate in HDD crew duties.
• Meet with customers, officials, locating services, and subcontractors to coordinate projects.
• Conduct daily safety tailgate briefings.
• Procure and arrange materials for timely delivery.
• Maintain daily records for materials and time for clients.

Skills

HDD operations

Reading plans

Communication skills

OSHA knowledge

Safety regulations

Driver's license

Teamwork

Travel nationwide

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW

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

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for overseeing daily operations of HDD crew safety and efficiently.
• Monitors, directs, and participates in all the duties of HDD crew.
• Responsible for meeting with customer, local officials, locating services, and subcontractors in coordination of project.
• Responsible for conducting daily safety tailgate briefings.
• Procures and makes arrangements for 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 with HDD operations.
• 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 United States.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Working outdoors in various weather conditions that are not deemed unworkable (i.e. negative degree weather, etc.).