Horizontal Directional Drill Locator - Talus

Primoris Services Corporation • Phoenix, AZ

99d • Onsite

About The Position

The Horizontal Directional Drill Locator is responsible for guiding HDD operations by using electronic locating equipment to track the drill head. This role involves interpreting bore plans and utility maps to ensure accurate installation, communicating real-time adjustments to the drill operator, and identifying and avoiding underground utilities. The position also requires monitoring drilling conditions, assisting with job-site setup and potholing, maintaining accurate records, and adhering to all safety policies.

Requirements

• Experience locating for HDD operations, preferably in telecommunications
• Proficiency with locating systems and HDD guidance equipment
• Strong understanding of underground utility practices and damage prevention
• Ability to read and interpret bore profiles and construction plans
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather and job-site conditions
• Must be willing to work overtime as dictated by workload volumes.

Responsibilities

• Locate and track the drill head using electronic locating equipment to guide HDD operations
• Interpret bore plans, utility maps, and depth requirements to ensure accurate installation
• Communicate real-time depth, pitch, and direction adjustments to the drill operator
• Identify and avoid existing underground utilities in accordance with one-call and safety procedures
• Monitor drilling conditions and alert the crew to potential risks or deviations
• Assist with job-site setup, potholing, and verification of utility locations
• Maintain accurate records of bore paths, depths, and as-built information
• Follow all company, OSHA, and job-site safety policies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees