Directional Drill Foreman

Job Description Job Description RG TENNEY ELECTRIC, INC. Directional Drill Foreman Underground Utility & HDD | Full-Time | Metro Atlanta + Travel Start Date: As soon as able — We have a full project backlog and no shortage of work ahead. $32–$45+/hr Based on experience $25/day Per diem, out-of-town jobs Health + 401(k) Health @ 90 days | 401(k) @ 1 yr ABOUT RG TENNEY ELECTRIC RG Tenney Electric, Inc. (RGTE) is a specialty electrical and underground infrastructure contractor based in Loganville, GA. Our Utility/HDD division performs horizontal directional drilling and underground utility installation for commercial, industrial, and federal airport clients across the Southeast. We're based out of metro Atlanta, with select projects requiring travel to airport and federal job sites. THE ROLE The Directional Drill Foreman is a working crew leader responsible for running an HDD crew day to day — planning bore paths, operating or directing the drill rig, and making sure the crew works safely, efficiently, and to spec. You'll manage the people, the equipment, and the schedule, and you're the one Ryan and the project manager count on to anticipate problems before they become delays. WHAT YOU'LL DO ● Plan and direct horizontal directional drilling bores — review utility locates, plan bore path, and sequence the work before the rig starts moving ● Lead and supervise an HDD crew, assigning tasks and keeping the job moving efficiently ● Operate or directly oversee the drill rig, locating equipment, and support machinery ● Enforce safety protocols on every job site — utility locates, trench safety, traffic control, and equipment operation ● Read site plans and utility drawings, and identify conflicts or issues before they cause a problem in the ground ● Coordinate daily with the project manager on schedule, materials, and any field issues ● Train and develop crew members, including new hands learning the trade ● Complete daily job documentation, time sheets, and as-built records accurately REQUIREMENTS REQUIRED Proven experience in horizontal directional drilling — running bores, not just being on a crew REQUIRED Demonstrated experience leading and directing a crew REQUIRED Strong communication skills — you'll be giving direction to your crew and coordinating with the PM REQUIRED Valid driver's license with a clean driving record REQUIRED Strong, consistent commitment to safety and the ability to enforce it on site REQUIRED Willing to travel for airport and federal project work PREFERRED Class A CDL PREFERRED Experience reading utility and site drawings PREFERRED Experience on airport or federal underground utility projects COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Base wage $32.00–$45.00+ per hour, based on experience. Per diem $25 per day on out-of-town airport and federal job sites. Prevailing wage Davis-Bacon / prevailing wage rates paid on qualifying federal job sites, often above standard scale. Travel Full travel coverage — mileage/travel pay plus hotel, both covered by RGTE. No out-of-pocket travel costs. Overtime 1.5× base rate for all hours over 40 per workweek. Health insurance Available starting 90 days after your first day, as a Foreman. 401(k) Company matching available after one year of employment. Paid time off Paid vacation and PTO. Annual bonus Eligible for an annual performance-based bonus. Referral bonus Earn a cash bonus for every qualified referral who's hired. HOW TO APPLY Send your resume to [RGTERESUME @ gmail . com ] with the job title in the subject line. Along with your resume, answer this one question: What's the most challenging bore or project you've personally run as a foreman, and what made it difficult? Applicants who answer specifically will be contacted within 48 hours. Resume-only submissions are reviewed in the order received. RG Tenney Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status. RGTE participates in E-Verify.