Directional Drill Locator

Directional Drill Locator (Construction)

The Directional Drill Locator is responsible for directional drill locating, reading prints and driving. This role performs tasks involving physical labor at road/highway sites and heavy construction projects. (This is meant to be a guide. Duties may vary dependent upon management.)

• Confirm bore path with install foreman/management and drill operator (including walking the bore path.)
• Perform job site analysis (JSA) including completion of any required documentation.
• Assess current drill path conditions for safe operation and monitor for changes.
• Inspect and prepare construction sites to eliminate hazards.
• Ensure there are proper clearances to install cabling per standards.
• Record the depth of the tool head as required.
• Ensure the drill head is in a proper position at the exit pit to connect cabling.
• Spot for utilities and verify that locates are correct.
• Locate the drill head from point A to point B without hitting any existing utilities at the correct depth.
• Prepare and utilize the correct mud mixture.
• Complete daily inspections on bore equipment.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools.
• Familiarity with mini excavator, skid steer, and drop trench machinery is preferred.
• Ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Other duties as required.

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience with directional drill locating is preferred.
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of directional drilling and locating.
• Must possess knowledge of drilling practices in various soil conditions and mixing drilling mud.
• Must have knowledge of traffic control standards.
• Must have knowledge of health and safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Must have knowledge of utility depths and placement.
• Must be able to read and interpret construction blueprints.
• Must be able to dig and pothole as necessary.
• Must have intermediate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills.
• Must be able to efficiently use a Windows-based computer.
• Ability to prioritize and complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Able to effectively handle multiple priorities with a strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work alone, and with a team.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.
• Must possess a valid Drivers License. CDL is preferred.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check.

• Frequent walking, standing, sitting within the work area.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to pass a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to obtain and maintain a DOT Health Card.
• Regular, extended exposure to all weather conditions, heat, cold, wet, dry.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, peers, etc.

• Up to 75% travel required to required work sites.
• Must be able to work in loud, noise-filled environments out in the field.
• The position requires working independently, as well as part of a team.
• This position requires verbal and face-to-face contact with others daily.
• Frequent use of a computer is necessary.
• This position requires use of all general office equipment.