Foreman (Direction Drill)
Lighting Maintenance Inc
Harmans, MD
Expired: March 28, 2024
Applications are no longer accepted.
- Full-Time
Job Description
Company Info
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Foreman specializing in drilling and locating to join our construction team at Lighting Maintenance Inc. As a Foreman, you will play a vital role in overseeing drilling operations and ensuring accurate and efficient locating of underground utilities. This position requires strong technical knowledge, leadership skills, and the ability to effectively manage a team of workers.
Responsibilities:
Drilling Operations:
- Plan, organize, and coordinate drilling activities according to project requirements and specifications.
- Operate and maintain drilling equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety standards.
- Manage the transportation of the directional drill and associated equipment to project sites.
- Monitor drilling operations to ensure efficient progress and adherence to project timelines.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure drilling activities align with project plans.
- Conduct site assessments and surveys to identify potential drilling challenges or hazards.
- Implement and enforce safety protocols and procedures for drilling activities.
- Maintain a detailed daily drill log, documenting activities, challenges, and achievements.
- Complete safety forms, Job Hazard Analysis (JHA), and site inspections as required.
Utility Locating:
- Monitor and track Miss Utility Tickets to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Provide regular updates on the status of Miss Utility Tickets to relevant stakeholders.
- Contact Miss Utility, designated representative, and other persons/companies involved to resolve issues and/or coordinate tasks
- Utilize various techniques and equipment to accurately locate underground utilities, such as water lines, gas lines, and electrical cables.
- Interpret utility maps, blueprints, and as-built drawings to determine the location and depth of utilities.
- Operate utility locating equipment, such as ground penetrating radar (GPR) and electromagnetic locators, to identify and mark utility lines.
- Train and supervise team members on proper utility locating techniques and equipment operation.
- Collaborate with utility companies and local authorities to obtain necessary permits and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conduct ongoing monitoring and assessment of utility locating activities to maintain accuracy and efficiency.
Safety and Marking Concerns:
- Oversee safety protocols to prevent strikes and accidents.
- Ensure proper marking of concerns and adherence to safety regulations by contacting Miss Utilities, their designated contacts...etc
- Conduct regular safety meetings and address safety concerns promptly.
Team Leadership:
- Supervise and lead a team of drilling and locating personnel, providing guidance and support.
- Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members based on their skills and experience.
- Conduct regular team meetings to communicate project updates, safety protocols, and performance expectations.
- Train new team members on drilling and locating procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation. Encourage and develop seeking new skills- CDL license, equipment operator training
- Evaluate team performance, provide feedback, and implement performance improvement initiatives as needed.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment that promotes teamwork and productivity.
Inventory Management:
- Manage inventory of drilling equipment, tools, and supplies.
- Coordinate with procurement to ensure an adequate supply of materials for ongoing projects.
New Work Generation and Work Order Creation ( Future Growth Potential):
- Collaborate with project managers to identify opportunities for new directional drilling projects.
- Generate leads and actively seek new business opportunities.
- Estimate project requirements accurately and participate in the generation of new work orders based on client needs and project specifications.
Qualifications:
- CDL A Driver license
- High school diploma or equivalent (required); technical or vocational training in drilling and locating (preferred).
- Previous experience as a Foreman or in a similar supervisory role in the construction industry.
- Strong knowledge of drilling techniques, equipment, and safety practices.
- Proficiency in utility locating methods and equipment, including GPR and electromagnetic locators.
- Familiarity with reading utility maps, blueprints, and as-built drawings.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to manage and motivate a team effectively.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Attention to detail and a focus on quality.
- Ability to work in outdoor and physically demanding environments.
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Must be able to work 10 hours a day, 40-50 hours a week
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