Reports To: Construction Manager
Travel Potential: 50%+
Compensation: $30.00 - $45.00 Hourly

Company Profile

Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live.

With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications.

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Job Summary

As the Directional Drill Foreman, you will ultimately be responsible for operating directional drilling equipment, leading underground telecommunications construction activities, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently. You will coordinate daily drilling operations, supervise field crews, and deliver quality project execution. As the Directional Drill Foreman, your customers are Congruex project teams and clients, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company's success through safe operations, quality workmanship, and reliable project delivery.

Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):

• Lead and perform daily directional drilling operations while safely operating drilling and other construction equipment.

• Coordinate drilling activities by confirming bore paths, supporting locating operations, and ensuring work is completed according to project specifications.

• Supervise and support field crews while maintaining compliance with company safety policies and quality standards.

• Perform work in both standard and high-risk construction environments while ensuring safe and efficient project execution.

• Travel to job sites as required and support year-round construction operations in varying weather conditions.

• Maintain equipment, complete required inspections, and promote a safe and productive work environment.

• Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs.

Required Qualifications

Education, Licensing, and Certifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Valid, unrestricted driver's license required.

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of recent directional drilling and/or locating experience.

• Experience in the telecommunications construction industry.

• General knowledge of underground construction practices, equipment, and utility installation.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to safely operate directional drilling equipment and related construction equipment.

• Strong leadership, teamwork, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and physically demanding environments.

• Ability to prioritize work, solve problems, and maintain quality and safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or willingness to obtain one.

• OSHA Certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, climb, and perform physically demanding work for extended periods.

• Work performed outdoors in all weather conditions, live traffic zones, and active construction environments.

• Ability to safely work around heavy equipment while maintaining awareness of personnel, equipment, and surroundings.

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, high-visibility clothing, and safety boots.

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review.

Congruex Culture & Benefits

Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers.

We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment:

• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company

• 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting

• Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles

• 10 company-paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)

• Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

• Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options

• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee-paid voluntary options)

• Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year

• Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store

• Free wellness benefits including counseling, financial planning, and more

Additional Employment Information

We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship. Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing.