Job description

Foreman for Horizontal Directional Drilling Company in Central Florida - Optimum FL, Inc.

The role will provide construction oversight and hands on leadership for Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, schedule, and budget in accordance with company policies and procedures. The position will direct other field operatives on site under the direction of the Division Manager.

Optimum FL, Inc. solely runs Ditch Witch bore rigs.

Responsibilities:

· Provide technical operational direction to company employees and subcontractors present on assigned projects

· Directly manage HDD work operations

· Monitors HDD work activities to ensure work operations are being completed safely and efficiently

· Identifies, plans, directs, and assists with the selection of Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) tooling, fleet equipment, and auxiliary support equipment for assigned projects

· Monitors the activities of subcontractors or vendors to ensure compliance with specifications and schedules

· Plans, directs, and controls the maintenance of the project’s assigned fleet equipment and maintenance of service documents

· Provides training to HDD operators to improve skills and proficiency

· Ensures that assigned personnel adhere to and understand safe equipment usage practices and client requirements

· Monitor material consumption and project budgets controls

· Establishes and maintains client relationships through proactive communication and professional conduct

· All other duties as assigned by the Division Manager

Experience:

· 5+ years of hands-on horizontal direction drilling experience

· Industry knowledge of HDD tooling including drill head dirt bits, reamers, and rock bits

· Industry knowledge of HDD safety requirements and practices

· Industry knowledge of horizontal drill equipment management work processes and procedures

· Demonstrated leadership in a team-based environment

· Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

· Experience with industry related software and walk over programs preferred

Skills:

· Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for project build process.

· Ability to clearly communicate with supervisors and co-workers

· Ability to use hand tools, power tools, machines, equipment

· Ability to learn and gain knowledge

· Ability to follow work orders or receive instructions

· Ability to adhere to safety policies and procedures

Physical Requirements:

· The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done

· Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting into and out of equipment through the use of vertical mounted ladders up to and including 10’ or more in height

· Visually seeing equipment operations well (either naturally or with corrective lenses)

· Standing, stooping kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time

· Repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work

· Working at elevated heights

· Lifting 50 lb. objects as required

· Carrying 50 lb. objects as required

· Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure

· Remaining calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident

· Exposure to working outdoors in all-weather conditions

· Ability to work more than 40 hours in any given week including occasional weekends

Licenses or Certifications:

· Valid driver’s license

· CDL A driver’s license is preferred

Travel:

· Overnight travel is limited but when required the company pays travel expenses

Compensation/Benefits:

· Optimum FL, Inc. offers competitive salaries, benefit programs and a high paced professional workplace conducive to professional growth and development.

PAY IS DEPENDENT ON EXPERIENCE

https://optimuminc.org/optimum-inc-fl/

calls/texts welcome from qualified individuals only (520) 506-6279

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lakeland, FL 33809: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• How many years of locating experience do you have?

Experience:

• Horizontal Directional Drilling: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: One location

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