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Directional Boring Foreman - Underground (AP) at Pike, Mobile, AL

Directional Boring Foreman - Underground (AP) at Pike in Mobile, AL. Contract. Apply with swipeandhired.

The Directional Boring Foreman is responsible for leading and supervising crews engaged in the installation of underground electric distribution and transmission infrastructure using horizontal directional drilling (HDD) methods. The Foreman oversees daily field operations, ensures compliance with safety regulations, coordinates resources and equipment, and maintains productivity while delivering high-quality utility construction projects.
Essential Functions

Lead and supervise directional boring crews performing underground utility construction.
Plan, coordinate, and execute HDD installations for electric distribution, transmission, street lighting, and related utility systems.
Operate and direct the operation of Vermeer, Ditch Witch, or equivalent directional boring equipment.
Ensure compliance with utility specifications, project plans, and construction standards.
Conduct daily job briefings, safety meetings, and hazard assessments.
Review utility locates and verify the location of existing underground facilities before excavation and boring activities.
Monitor bore paths, drilling fluid systems, and product installations to ensure accuracy and quality.
Coordinate with project managers, inspectors, engineers, utility representatives, and subcontractors.
Maintain daily production reports, safety documentation, equipment inspections, and project records.
Schedule labor, equipment, and materials to support project objectives.
Ensure proper restoration of right-of-way, easements, and work areas following project completion.
Troubleshoot drilling challenges including rock formations, utility conflicts, and changing ground conditions.
Train and mentor crew members in safe work practices and proper equipment operation.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum 5 years of directional drilling experience.
Minimum 2 years of supervisory or foreman experience.
Knowledge of underground electric utility construction methods.
Experience operating directional drilling equipment and locating systems.
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility maps, and staking sheets.
Strong understanding of utility locating requirements and damage prevention regulations.
Valid driver's license.
CDL Class A preferred.
Ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
First Aid/CPR Certification.
Utility construction experience with electric distribution systems.
Experience with conduit installation, trenching, cable pulling, and underground power infrastructure.
Knowledge of state utility commission requirements and local permitting processes.

Safety Responsibilities

Promote and enforce a safety-first culture.
Conduct job hazard analyses and tailboard meetings.
Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to OSHA, DOT, and company safety standards.
Immediately address unsafe conditions and practices.
Participate in incident investigations and corrective action implementation.

Key Skills

Leadership and crew management
Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
Vermeer and Ditch Witch operations
Utility locating
Underground power distribution
Project coordination
Production planning
Safety compliance
Blueprint interpretation
Problem-solving and troubleshooting

Physical Requirements

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds.
Ability to work around heavy equipment and active construction zones.
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and storm restoration events as needed.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Our Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA, dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and medical leave

If this sounds like you, come join the PIKE family.
About Us
Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, workforce and equipment to perform any job.
"Essential" is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.
Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.
Pike Electric, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer.