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Drill Superintendent

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection
Mount Sterling, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 5/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2025

As a Drilling Superintendent, you will play a significant part in the success of JDH by directly managing the execution of all drilling field operations (multiple sites where needed). We rely on superintendents to set the highest expectations for their crew(s) for safety, quality, schedule, cost performance, and team development. You will bring your hands-on attitude to work on some of JDH's most significant and unique projects daily. Excellent communication skills and working well in a team environment are critical to this position. A key requirement is to monitor and help control the attitude of men. Know when our workforce is upset or unhappy. Intervene and help restore a good working attitude for JDH. Another key is to keep certain information close to your belt to ensure a good working environment. Help keep up with and oversee the maintenance of all the drilling rigs.

Must have at least 5 years of experience in Foundation vertical drilling. Horizontal drilling, geo drilling, or gas pipe drilling are not the experiences we need for this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Form and lead an effective discipline team, delegating responsibilities and setting goals
  • Assist in the hiring, training, and development of craft personnel (drillers, foremen, laborers)
  • Develop and maintain open communication with crews, field engineers/coordinators, Safety, Quality, and clients.
  • Assist in preparing work plans and scheduling to determine manpower levels, material quantities, and equipment requirements.
  • Examine/inspect field conditions and troubleshoot problems, correct inaccuracies, and implement cost-saving measures.
  • Monitor and adhere to established budgetary guidelines for the job and ensure that cost control measures are followed.
  • Monitor job safety and provide training and awareness for all personnel.
  • Monitor quality standards and ensure that technical specifications are being met.
  • Assist with developing entire job schedules.
  • Advise senior-level staff on potential problems, work interferences, schedule difficulties, etc., and assist in resolving issues as required.

Other Requirements:

  • Regular, reliable attendance
  • Work productively and meet deadlines in a timely manner
  • Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
  • Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
  • Work during regular operating hours to organize and complete work within deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
  • May work at various locations, and conditions may vary.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • Weekends as needed
  • Year round work

Ability to Commute:

  • Mount Sterling, KY 40353 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Mount Sterling, KY 40353: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $130,000 - $150,000

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