TekCom Resources is seeking an Underground Directional Drilling Foreman for a full-time, permanent-hire role with our client. The position could be based in Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana or Kentucky. Ideal candidate will have a Driller, Operator and Locator that they could bring with him.
As an OSP Underground Construction Operator/Foreman, you will operate heavy equipment necessary for underground fiber installation - i.e. plowing, installing duct, pulling fiber and burying drops. Candidates MUST have directional drilling experience to be considered for this role. This work is focused on construction in Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana or Kentucky, will work in one location for 6-12 months and then move on to another location. You will also serve as the field lead for crews, ensuring work is performed safely and to company standards.
Your duties will include:
Making sure equipment operators and installation crew are following safe construction principles.
Assist with location and verification of utilities prior to work.
Help keep projects on schedule and ensure quality of underground installation work meets company standards.
Participate in the maintenance of an organized warehouse and "yard."
Communicate with customers on potential issues and pass that feedback along to Construction and Project Managers as needed.
Participating in the training of incoming team members under your supervision.
Assist with actual construction work - this is a "working Foreman" role with hands-on duties.
Our client would like to see this experience in your background:
At least 1-2 years of underground construction experience; utilities construction experience unrelated to telecom, such as gas, power and water line installation, is relevant and welcome for this role!
Supervisory experience is not required but is highly valuable.
CDL licensure is VERY valuable for this role.
Key Terms:
Outside Plant, OSP, fiber optics, coax, fiber, underground, driller, equipment operator, directional drilling, CDL, horizonal bore rig, plow, project management, telecom construction, utilities, underground construction, underground installation, financial tracking, client communication, #tekcomjobs.
*** Candidates must have current eligibility to work compliantly in the USA, unfortunately no visa sponsorships, transfers, OPT's or C2C can be considered at this time for this opportunity. ***
Benefits:
Excellent employee benefits are available.
What We Do
We're Telecom Infrastructure Staffing Specialists.
TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in providing telecommunications and network infrastructure contractors, employees and project services to businesses.
Our specialization includes telecom network & infrastructure staffing deployments including planning, analysis, design, implementation, operations and maintenance.
Eligibility:
Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the USA. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship, transfers, OPTs, or C2C arrangements cannot be accommodated for this opportunity.
Benefits:
Employees (and their families) have a choice of plans to purchase and enroll, including medical/vision, minimum essential coverage and/or dental. Employees can enroll in our companys 401k plan after meeting the enrollment criteria.
Technologies We support:
Wireless : 4G, 5G, LTE, iDAS/oDAS, Small Cell, VoLTE, IOT, Microwave, NOC, BTS (Base stations)
Wireline : Broadband, Fiber, Outside Plant (OSP), CATV, switching (MSC, CO), transport and provisioning
About Us:
Formed by industry veterans in 2005, TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in telecommunications and network infrastructure contracting and recruiting.
TekCom Resources, Inc. has extensive experience supporting clients in building successful teams for high-profile projects with tight timelines and budgets. Our vast network of industry contacts allows us to find the best talent. Along with our recruiting experience, our staff takes a hands-on approach in assisting hiring managers to achieve their goals and objectives.
Mission:
As technical staffing experts, we are passionate and driven to provide top-notch talent to help our clients achieve their goals. We are also committed to assisting job seekers in finding the job and career path they have always wanted.
Diversity:
TekCom Resources, Inc. is a WBENC Certified Womens Business Enterprise.
TekCom Resources, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. In keeping with this commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: ... .
As an OSP Underground Construction Operator/Foreman, you will operate heavy equipment necessary for underground fiber installation - i.e. plowing, installing duct, pulling fiber and burying drops. Candidates MUST have directional drilling experience to be considered for this role. This work is focused on construction in Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana or Kentucky, will work in one location for 6-12 months and then move on to another location. You will also serve as the field lead for crews, ensuring work is performed safely and to company standards.
Your duties will include:
Making sure equipment operators and installation crew are following safe construction principles.
Assist with location and verification of utilities prior to work.
Help keep projects on schedule and ensure quality of underground installation work meets company standards.
Participate in the maintenance of an organized warehouse and "yard."
Communicate with customers on potential issues and pass that feedback along to Construction and Project Managers as needed.
Participating in the training of incoming team members under your supervision.
Assist with actual construction work - this is a "working Foreman" role with hands-on duties.
Our client would like to see this experience in your background:
At least 1-2 years of underground construction experience; utilities construction experience unrelated to telecom, such as gas, power and water line installation, is relevant and welcome for this role!
Supervisory experience is not required but is highly valuable.
CDL licensure is VERY valuable for this role.
Key Terms:
Outside Plant, OSP, fiber optics, coax, fiber, underground, driller, equipment operator, directional drilling, CDL, horizonal bore rig, plow, project management, telecom construction, utilities, underground construction, underground installation, financial tracking, client communication, #tekcomjobs.
*** Candidates must have current eligibility to work compliantly in the USA, unfortunately no visa sponsorships, transfers, OPT's or C2C can be considered at this time for this opportunity. ***
Benefits:
Excellent employee benefits are available.
What We Do
We're Telecom Infrastructure Staffing Specialists.
TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in providing telecommunications and network infrastructure contractors, employees and project services to businesses.
Our specialization includes telecom network & infrastructure staffing deployments including planning, analysis, design, implementation, operations and maintenance.
Eligibility:
Candidates must have current eligibility to work in the USA. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship, transfers, OPTs, or C2C arrangements cannot be accommodated for this opportunity.
Benefits:
Employees (and their families) have a choice of plans to purchase and enroll, including medical/vision, minimum essential coverage and/or dental. Employees can enroll in our companys 401k plan after meeting the enrollment criteria.
Technologies We support:
Wireless : 4G, 5G, LTE, iDAS/oDAS, Small Cell, VoLTE, IOT, Microwave, NOC, BTS (Base stations)
Wireline : Broadband, Fiber, Outside Plant (OSP), CATV, switching (MSC, CO), transport and provisioning
About Us:
Formed by industry veterans in 2005, TekCom Resources is a full-service national recruiting firm specializing in telecommunications and network infrastructure contracting and recruiting.
TekCom Resources, Inc. has extensive experience supporting clients in building successful teams for high-profile projects with tight timelines and budgets. Our vast network of industry contacts allows us to find the best talent. Along with our recruiting experience, our staff takes a hands-on approach in assisting hiring managers to achieve their goals and objectives.
Mission:
As technical staffing experts, we are passionate and driven to provide top-notch talent to help our clients achieve their goals. We are also committed to assisting job seekers in finding the job and career path they have always wanted.
Diversity:
TekCom Resources, Inc. is a WBENC Certified Womens Business Enterprise.
TekCom Resources, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. In keeping with this commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact: ... .
Job ID: 486526552
Originally Posted on: 7/23/2025
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