Underground Fiber Ops Foreman – Field Leadership

Aquila Corporation; Corydon (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Travel Reimbursement

Job summary

Aquila Corporation is seeking an experienced Underground Construction Foreman to lead our directional drilling and underground fiber construction crews in Indiana. This field leadership role oversees HDD operations, coordinates daily work, manages and mentors crew members, and ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards.

If you have strong underground construction experience and can lead crews in the field while delivering high-quality results, we want to hear

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-4 years of experience as a construction or outside plant foreman, or in a similar leadership role.
• Valid driver's license required and ability to meet Company driving requirements.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of construction procedures, equipment, and underground fiber operations.
• Ability to understand drawings and blueprints.
• Strong time-management skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to oversee worksite operations while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work primarily outdoors.
• Ability to travel up to 80% and work overtime, weekends, and holidays as project needs require.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily tasks according to project priorities and plans, adjusting for weather, materials, deliveries, and staffing needs.
• Direct and monitor HDD and underground construction operations to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently.
• Plan and assist with selecting directional drilling tooling, fleet equipment, and support equipment for assigned projects.
• Delegate responsibilities and projects to crew members and provide hands-on leadership in the field.
• Train, manage, mentor, and support crew members while reinforcing safe work practices and proper equipment use.
• Ensure adequate resources and staffing are available to meet project schedules, regulations, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Call in utility locates, conduct deployments, and make in-field decisions or changes as needed.
• Complete daily production reports, vehicle inspections, damage reports, and incident reports.
• Coordinate work between OSP divisions, including splicing, aerial, underground, and drop operations.
• Perform or fill in for field and mechanical tasks when necessary and complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Blueprint interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Aquila Corporation is seeking an experienced Underground Construction Foreman to lead our directional drilling and underground fiber construction crews in Indiana. This field leadership role oversees HDD operations, coordinates daily work, manages and mentors crew members, and ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards.

If you have strong underground construction experience and can lead crews in the field while delivering high-quality results, we want to hear