Horitzontial Directional Drill Supervisor

Job Description

Job Description

5 Years experience in field

OSHA-30 certified

1. Project Planning Coordination
 Review job plans “permits”, prints, and request locate tickets and white line before each
project.
 Coordinate with project managers, supervisors, and utility locators to confirm bore paths
and work zones.
 Schedule daily activities and ensure all materials, permits, and equipment are ready
before mobilization.
 Attend pre-construction and coordination meetings with clients or general contractors.
 ALL ABOVE TASK OR ADDITIONAL TASK THAT WOULD PREVENT WORK
BEING DELAYED OR COMPLETED BEFORE DRILL CREW IS ON SITE TO
PERFORM WORK
2. Crew Supervision
 Lead and supervise the drill crew (drill operator, locator, and laborers).
 Assign daily tasks and monitor performance, ensuring efficiency and safety on site.
 Provide direction and problem-solving for drilling challenges, obstructions, or ground
condition changes.
 Ensure timecards, production logs, and site documentation are completed accurately each
day.
 Insure all cleanup of job sites is performed.
3. Safety Compliance
 Enforce company safety policies and OSHA standards on all job sites.
 Conduct daily Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and tailgate safety meetings.
 Verify underground locates are marked and valid before drilling begins.
 Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work zone to protect employees, the public, and
property.
4. Equipment Maintenance
 Inspect drill rigs, vacuum excavators, and support trucks daily for safe operation.
 Coordinate maintenance and repairs with mechanics or vendors.
 Track equipment hours, usage, and fuel logs.
 Ensure all tools, materials, and fluids are properly stored and accounted for.
5. Quality Control Documentation
 Verify bore paths, depths, and alignments meet plan specifications.
 Oversee accurate as-built measurements and bore logs for client documentation.
 Report progress and any field changes to management promptly.
 Ensure restoration and cleanup are completed per contract requirements.
6. Communication Customer Relations

 Serve as the primary field contact for clients, inspectors, and property owners.
 Handle any on-site issues professionally and maintain positive relationships.
 Communicate progress updates and any schedule or scope changes to management.
7. Training Leadership
 Train new crew members on drilling procedures, safety, and company expectations.
 Promote teamwork, accountability, and a positive work culture.
 Encourage skill development and cross-training among crew members.

Company DescriptionWe are a leading force in the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry, specializing in the precise, professional, and often challenging work of installing essential underground utilities—from high-speed fiber optic networks to critical water and power systems.

Company Description

We are a leading force in the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry, specializing in the precise, professional, and often challenging work of installing essential underground utilities—from high-speed fiber optic networks to critical water and power systems.