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Utilities One Group

Drilling Crew Foreman

Utilities One Group, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204

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Drilling Crew Foreman – Utilities One Group Job location: United States – Portland, OR

Compensation: $2,000 – $4,000 per week (paid per foot)

Utilities One is seeking an experienced Drilling Crew Foreman to lead underground drilling operations across our project regions. This role is ideal for highly motivated leaders with

strong horizontal directional drilling (HDD) experience

who are ready to operate autonomously, manage their own crews, and deliver high-quality infrastructure projects in a fast-paced environment.

As a trusted national turnkey infrastructure contractor, Utilities One supports telecom, power, water, renewable energy, and data center projects. Foremen are empowered to run their crews as independent business units, with compensation tied to production performance, while benefiting from the operational, logistical, and administrative support of a growing national organization. This is an opportunity for driven professionals who take ownership of safety, quality, timelines, and profitability and want to make a meaningful impact by building critical infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities Lead daily operations of in-house UG drilling crews; Ensure all work meets safety, quality, and client specifications; Manage jobsite documentation, restoration, and bore logs; Coordinate with regional managers and coordinators to meet project goals; Read and interpret job prints, locate utilities, and ensure proper bore paths; Train and mentor crew members for growth and consistency; Drive production results while maintaining quality and compliance; Oversee equipment use and maintenance, ensuring readiness for each project; Grow crew capacity over time to take on more work and increase earning potential.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise 2+ years of experience

in underground drilling operations (HDD); Valid driver’s license (CDL); Strong knowledge of HDD equipment, safety practices, and restoration work; Ability to read and interpret job prints and bore profiles; Prior experience leading field crews strongly preferred; Clear communication and leadership skills; Business-minded with an interest in growing teams and earning from performance; Willingness to travel as needed within the assigned region.

Benefits Weekly Payment Range:

$2,000–$4,000 (paid per foot); Company-provided equipment, logistics, and full project support; Back‑office assistance (legal, licensing, compliance); Leadership mentorship and growth opportunities; Build your future with a rapidly expanding infrastructure company; Partner with Utilities One under an MSA — operate your own crew with full support and

no upfront investment .

Seniority level:

Associate

Employment type:

Contract

Job function:

Management and Manufacturing

Industries:

Utilities

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