🚧 Lead the Crew, Drive the Bore – Become a Drill Crew Foreman at Modus Utility Group! 🚧
Position Title: Drill Crew Foreman – Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
Company Name: Modus Utility Group
Pay Range: $35+ per hour
Location: Based in Indianapolis, IN – Travel Required
Industry: Civil Construction / Utilities / Fiber Optic Infrastructure
Job Overview
Modus Utility Group is looking for an experienced and highly skilled Drill Crew Foreman to lead our HDD (Horizontal Directional Drilling) operations for fiber optic and underground utility installations. In this leadership role, you’ll be responsible for safely managing drill crews, operating HDD equipment, and ensuring job sites are executed efficiently and according to spec. If you're a results-driven leader with deep HDD knowledge, a CDL, and the ability to manage a team in the field—this is your opportunity to build a career with a company that’s on the rise.
Who We Are
Modus Utility Group is a growing civil utility contractor based in Indianapolis, specializing in HDD for residential, commercial, and public-sector clients. We’re dedicated to safety, teamwork, and getting the job done right the first time. Our crew members are more than workers—they're essential partners in building the backbone of America’s fiber future. At Modus, every role is critical, and every job is an opportunity to grow.
Learn more at www.modusutility.com
Key Responsibilities
Operate HDD equipment to install fiber optics and other underground utilities
Lead drill crews to hit daily and weekly production targets
Read and interpret utility maps, blueprints, and drill profiles
Identify and locate underground utilities using electronic locators and safe digging practices
Mix, manage, and adjust drilling fluids as needed for ground conditions
Monitor bore path, drill head, and equipment to maintain proper depth, speed, and alignment
Pull conduit, cable, and fiber using safe back ream procedures
Supervise site setup, potholing, and restoration (grading, seeding, cleanup)
Perform daily inspections, maintenance, and safety checks on equipment
Complete daily reports documenting work, equipment use, and safety compliance
Communicate with project managers and stakeholders to stay aligned on timelines
Ensure all OSHA, company, and customer safety protocols are followed
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of HDD experience, with 2+ years in a Foreman role
Proven team leadership skills with the ability to drive production without sacrificing safety
Strong knowledge of HDD operations, utility locating, mud mixing, and strike prevention
Proficiency with HDD guidance systems and understanding of drill logs
Experience operating heavy equipment (e.g., skid steers, excavators, backhoes)
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and technical specs
Class A CDL required
Valid driver's license and clean driving record
Must pass a DOT physical and pre-employment drug screening
Able to lift 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding tasks in all weather
Willing to travel 75%+ for regional project needs
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life and Disability Insurance Options
Health Savings Account (HSA)
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Weekly Pay Cycle
Company Events and Team Building Activities
Ongoing Professional Development and Training Opportunities
Schedule
Full-Time, Monday–Friday
10–12 hour shifts typical
Nights and weekends as needed depending on project
Overtime opportunities available
Work Location
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
We are proud to be 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, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Compliance Notice
A background check will be completed as part of the onboarding process, in compliance with applicable laws.
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