Drilling Operations Director jobs in Peoria, IL

Who we are?

Hoerr Construction, Inc. was founded in 1994 and focuses on the underground construction field. As a union contractor, the key services we offer include directional drilling, sewer inspection and cleaning, CIPP pipe lining, and water and sanitary sewer construction.

Key Job Duties for this position include:

• Oversee and manage a directional drill crew of 2-4 people.
• Running Vermeer directional drills and DCI locating equipment.
• Oversee the necessary set-up and tear down of a job site.
• Schedule job materials, labor, and equipment to complete work as planned and according to schedule.
• Supervise and plan work activities. Respond appropriately to challenges and disruptions in jobs.
• Accountable for following the project plans and providing leadership to the crew to meet the agreed upon schedule milestones.
• Collaborate with vendors, subcontractors, and project management staff for successful project completion.
• Responsible for the safety of the work crew. Make safety inspections of the jobsite. Communicate and enforce company safety policies. Set a positive example to crew by following all company safety policies.
• Accurately and thoroughly complete all necessary paperwork and submit back to the office daily.
• Responsible for properly reporting utility strikes or other damage reports.
• Actively work alongside the field crew. This is a working foreman position.
• Train new workers.
• Other duties as assigned by company leadership.

Job Requirements:

• Valid Class A CDL with air brakes.
• A minimum of (1) year experience as a directional drilling foreman preferably with Vermeer drill rigs and DCI locating equipment.
• Able to effectively lead people. Willing to hold crew members accountable.
• Willing to set a positive job site tone. Lead by example. Promote good work ethic. Person of integrity.
• Willing to develop people!
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications for the project.
• Willing to travel within our territory (Central Illinois).
• Willing to show a commitment to company safety practices.
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and have an acceptable MVR.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess keen attention to details.
• Able to meet deadlines.
• Able to problem solve and effectively deal with conflicts that arise.
• Able to regularly lift 50 pounds and occasionally lift 50 – 100 pounds.
• Able and willing to work outdoors in various positions such as kneeling, standing, crouching.

What we offer:

• Modern, well-maintained vehicles and equipment
• Opportunity for personal growth and development
• Solid, competitive compensation and benefits package (varies by union) including health, vacation, and retirement benefits.
• Company vehicle & phone

Hoerr Construction, Inc. is an Equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $36.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you have at least (1) year experience as a directional drilling foreman?

License/Certification:

• CDL Class A driver's license with the air brake endorsement? (Required)

Work Location: In person