Underground Foreman

GRIDSOURCE, Inc.; Louisiana; Sur place; USD 40 000 - 43 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Vacation Pay

Holiday Pay

Life, Accident, and Short-Term Injury/

Disability Insurance

Résumé du poste

GridSource is seeking an experienced Directional Drill Foreman to lead an underground crew in LaPlace, Louisiana, overseeing safe HDD operations and utility installations. The role requires strong hands-on drilling experience and the ability to manage field crews while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity.

You will plan bore operations, read plans, coordinate with locators and project managers, train operators, and ensure compliance with project specs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in underground utility construction with hands-on HDD experience.
• Leadership experience as a Foreman or similar role overseeing crews.

Responsabilités

• Operate and oversee horizontal directional drilling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Plan and execute directional bores based on construction drawings and site conditions.
• Read and interpret construction plans, utility maps, profiles, and as-built documentation.
• Determine bore paths, depths, entry/exit points, and drill-head alignment.
• Locate and identify existing underground utilities before and during drilling.
• Maintain daily production records and bore logs.
• Train and supervise drill operators, laborers, and crew members.
• Ensure safety policies and OSHA requirements are followed.

Connaissances

Underground utility construction

Directional drilling equipment

Safety leadership

Reading drawings

Formation

High school diploma or GED

NCTI/SCTE HDD certifications

Outils

Vacuum excavation equipment

Excavators

Skid steers

Loaders

Drilling tooling

Description du poste

Directional Drill Foreman
Underground Foreman LaPlace , Louisiana Direct Hire Nov 6, 2026

Directional Drill Foreman

GridSource is seeking an experienced Directional Drill Foreman to lead an underground construction crewand oversee the safe, efficient installation of underground utilities using horizontal directional drilling (HDD) equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on drilling experience, a thorough understanding of underground utilities, preferably natural gas, and the ability to lead crews while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, production, and customer service.

The Directional Drill Foreman will be responsible for planning and executing bore operations, operating and supervising drill crews, identifying underground utility conflicts, maintaining proper bore depths and alignment, and ensuring work is completed according to construction plans and project specifications.

What You’ll Do

• Operate and oversee horizontal directional drilling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Plan and execute directional bores based on construction drawings, bore profiles, elevations, existing utilities, and site conditions.
• Read and interpret construction plans, utility maps, profiles, and as-built documentation.
• Determine appropriate bore paths, depths, entry and exit points, and drill-head alignment.
• Locate and identify existing underground utilities prior to and during drilling operations.
• Monitor drill head location, depth, pitch, and bore alignment throughout drilling operations.
• Make real-time adjustments to drilling operations to maintain the planned bore path and avoid underground utility conflicts.
• Perform pilot bores, reaming, pullbacks, and product installation in accordance with project requirements.
• Oversee the installation of HDPE gas lines and other underground infrastructure.
• Operate and supervise the use of vacuum excavation, locating equipment, excavators, skid steers, loaders, and other underground construction equipment.
• Inspect drilling equipment, vehicles, tooling, and support equipment before each shift.
• Monitor drilling conditions and identify potential issues involving soil conditions, drilling fluid, utilities, bore path, or equipment.
• Coordinate with locators, inspectors, utility owners, project managers, and other contractors to resolve field issues.
• Maintain accurate daily production records, bore logs, measurements, and as-built information.
• Ensure drill sites are properly set up, secured, maintained, and restored.
• Train, direct, and supervise drill operators, laborers, locators, and other crew members.
• Assign daily responsibilities and maintain production schedules.
• Ensure crews follow company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and project-specific safety procedures.
• Conduct or participate in daily jobsite safety meetings and equipment inspections..
• Maintain required PPE and ensure all crew members use appropriate protective equipment.
• Troubleshoot drilling and construction problems and make sound field decisions.

What You’ll Need

Minimum 5 years of experience in underground utility construction, with significant hands-on experience operating directional drilling equipment.

Previous experience as a Directional Drill Operator, Drill Foreman, HDD Foreman, or similar leadership role.

Proven experience performing HDD operations, including pilot bores, reaming, pullbacks, and utility installations.

Experience with telecommunications, broadband, gas, electrical, or other underground utility construction.

Prior gas industry experience preferred/required, depending on project assignment.

Experience locating and working around existing underground utilities.

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, bore profiles, utility maps, and as-built documentation.

Strong understanding of bore depths, elevations, grades, utility separation, and bore-path planning.

Experience operating and maintaining directional drilling equipment and related tooling.

Ability to supervise and manage field crews while maintaining production and safety standards.

Valid Class D driver's license required.

Ability to operate or supervise the operation of excavators, skid steers, loaders, vacuum excavation equipment, and other construction equipment.

Strong mechanical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, utility construction practices, and jobsite safety requirements.

High school diploma or GED required; vocational training, NCTI/SCTE certifications, HDD training, or related certifications are a plus.

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and in loud construction environments.

Ability to lift up to 95 lbs. and climb a 16-foot ladder.

Ability to travel or work at different project locations as needed.

What We Offer

$29–$31 per hour, depending on experience

Vacation Pay

Holiday Pay

Life, Accident, and Short-Term Disability Insurance

Paid sick leave in accordance with applicable state or municipal laws

Opportunities for advancement and professional development

Why Work for Gridsource?

GridSource is committed to building a professional, safety-focused team that takes pride in quality underground construction. We value experienced field leaders who can operate equipment, solve problems in the field, lead crews, and deliver projects safely and efficiently.

GridSource is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans, and their families. Active military, transitioning service members, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

GridSource is committed to hiring, recruiting, and promoting associates without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. GridSource is an Affir­mative Action Equal Opportunity Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.