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Horizontal Directional Drilling Foreman

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Gibson Technical Services

Syracuse, NY (In Person)

$55,972 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/18/2026

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Horizontal Directional Drilling Foreman Gibson Technical Services - 2.5 Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time $20 - $32 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Sketching Excavator Fiber optic cables Outdoor work Customer service Safety regulations Writing skills Research Mid-level Industrial equipment troubleshooting 3 years High school diploma or GED Driver's License Supervising experience As-built drawings Driving Construction team management Construction Directional drilling Underground utilities installation Machine maintenance Hand tools
Full Job Description Position Title:
Underground HDD Foreman/Driller Classification :
Non-Exempt SALARY:
Commensurate with experience
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
Full-time, irregular working hours Monday through Friday. Weekends may be required based on Customers need.
Department:
Broadband Division
LOCATION
Syracuse New York Job Summary:
The Underground Foreman is responsible leading a crew and ability to drill, locate utilites, trench, plow, and operation of equipment required for underground construction to install fiber optic cable.
Underground Foreman Responsibilities:
Leads a crew to operate GTS underground construction equipment and various other equipment in conjunction with drilling duties. i.e. Directional Drill, Utility locating Hydro Vac, Excavator, etc. Responsible to recognize locate paint or locate flags of utility placement, and possess the ability to "read the job layout" including valves and meter housings that may or may not have been located Read blueprints organization of materials and other resources as necessary to complete excavation requirements, which may include basic hand tools Maintain various logs and reports.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or G.E.D. Knowledge of health and safety regulations, practices and procedures Prefer 3-5 years of experience as a Underground Construction Foreman with skills and knowledge of operating a direction drill, plows etc.; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid Driver's License. Preferred Experience for
Equipment Operator:
3-5 years of experience as a Underground Construction foreman Ability to drill drilling in both standard and high-risk areas, such as areas with live utilities Ability to listen to and implement directions Knowledge of highway traffic control standards Knowledge of operation and maintenance of all equipment Knowledge of Underground Construction practices Knowledge of reading and interpreting Fiber maps and/or CATV design prints Preferred Technical Skills for Equipment Operator Ability to identify and use the tools required for maintaining and servicing machinery, as well as the ability to diagnose and/or relay any problems to a certified repair technician Ability to read and interpret construction and engineering plans Ability to research land and plat information and communicate design prints Ability to accurately sketch and record field notes and computations field as-builts Ability to perform and/or instruct entry level skills and practices as required
Soft Skills:
Ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions Effective listening, interacting and writing skills Ability to multi-task and work in a fast pace environment Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Physical Requirements:
. Must be able to pass pre-employment screening that includes background and drug testing Must be in good physical condition with the ability to stoop, crawl, bend at the knees and waist; squat and lift 80 pounds including body weight, equipment, tools and boxes. Must be able to stand for long periods of time on varied surfaces Position requires working outdoors in all types of weather and in the near proximity to vehicular traffic May be required to work long and unpredictable hours
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position may have supervisory responsibilities TRAVEL Travel from home with multiple overnight stays is required with this position. GTS offers a generous benefits package including 401(k) Savings Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD, LTD and AFLAC insurance options if you choose to participate. The package is available at a shared cost the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Vacation - after the first year of service, you will earn 2 weeks of paid vacation. Then 3 weeks per year after the fifth year of service. We also have seven (7) paid holidays, and three (3) Company paid personal days per year. You are eligible for the holiday and PTO pay after your initial 90 days.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.00 - $32.00 per hour Application Question(s): What type of directional drilling equipment have you used? Can you perform Utility Locating duties? Have you used Vermeer Drills or Ditch Witch drills before? Have you pulled or blown fiber optic cable underground before?
Experience:
HDD Drilling:
1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
driver license (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 50% (Preferred)
Work Location:
On the road

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