Directional Drill Superintendent

If being a part of a world-class organization that operates in some of the most advanced technological environments around the world sounds like a dream job, Network Connex might be the right fit for you! You’ll be part of a team working together to solve customer problems every day, with compensation and benefits that are an investment in your career, financial future, and overall well-being.

In addition to competitive base pay, Network Connex offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your physical, mental, and financial health you can begin participating in our programs on the first of the month following your start date.

Join our Vanguard 401(k) plan, with immediate vesting and a generous company match to help you build long-term financial security. Our team also enjoys 10 paid company holidays, a generous PTO accrual schedule, and access to discounts on useful products and services.

Network Connex is seeking an experienced Directional Drill Superintendent to oversee horizontal directional drilling operations for underground fiber optic, telecommunications, utility, and infrastructure projects.

This position provides leadership and oversight for crews, equipment, production, safety, quality, and project execution. The Directional Drill Superintendent will work closely with Construction Managers, Project Managers, Foremen, Locators, Operators, customers, and inspectors to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to project specifications.

The ideal candidate has significant hands‑on Directional Drill experience and a strong understanding of Ditch Witch AT series drills, dirt drills, large‑bore drilling operations, drilling equipment, tooling, drilling fluids, and underground utility construction.

• Oversee daily drill operations across assigned projects and crews.
• Provide leadership and direction to Drill Foremen, Operators, Locators, and crew members.
• Plan and coordinate work based on project drawings, bore profiles, site conditions, schedules, and production requirements.
• Ensure crews have the appropriate equipment, tooling, materials, and manpower to complete assigned work.
• Oversee operation and utilization of Ditch Witch AT series drills, dirt drills, and other drill equipment.
• Monitor production, bore progress, equipment utilization, and jobsite conditions.
• Review bore plans and ensure drilling operations follow approved plans and specifications.
• Coordinate with drill Locators and Operators regarding bore path, depth, alignment, ground conditions, and drilling progress.
• Provide guidance on drilling methods, tooling, reaming, pullback, and drilling fluid requirements.
• Monitor drilling conditions and assist crews in addressing difficult ground conditions or unexpected field conditions.
• Coordinate equipment mobilization, demobilization, setup, and relocation between jobsites.
• Monitor crew productivity and address production issues that may impact project schedules.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits and verify work is being performed according to project requirements.
• Ensure utility locates and required potholing are completed before drilling.
• Ensure crews maintain safe working clearances around existing utilities.
• Review and ensure completion of daily production reports, bore logs, equipment records, and other required documentation.
• Communicate project status, production, manpower, equipment, and safety issues to Superintendent and Project Management.
• Coordinate with customers, inspectors, municipalities, and other contractors as required.
• Assist with estimating production requirements and identifying potential construction challenges.
• Support training and development of Drill Operators, Locators, Foremen, and other field personnel.
• Maintain…