Directional Drill/Equipment Operator/Locator

Integrated Market Solutions Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical care

Dental care

Vision care

Company phone

Job summary

Integrated Market Solutions Inc. seeks a Directional Drill/Equipment Operator/Locator to join our Hamilton-based HDD team. You will operate advanced drills and heavy equipment to install conduits with precision while protecting existing infrastructure.

Role emphasizes safety, reliability, and efficient site coordination. A strong focus on underground utility locating and 100% damage prevention is essential, with a regular 10-hour Mon–Thu schedule and seasonal shifts occasionally available.

Qualifications

• Experience operating HDD rigs and underground utility locating.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Commitment to safety protocols and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Precision Navigation: Operating sophisticated HDD rigs to bore under roadways, landscapes, and obstacles with pinpoint accuracy.
• Heavy Equipment Mastery: Expertly managing excavators, trenchers, and support machinery to ensure efficient site preparation and restoration.
• Subsurface Utility Locating: Utilizing advanced locating technology to identify and protect existing infrastructure, ensuring 100% damage prevention.
• Logistical Command: Coordinating site traffic control and exploratory pits to maintain a safe and professional workspace in high-traffic environments.

Skills

Directional drilling

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Team communication

Tools

HDD rigs

Excavators

Trenchers

Locating equipment

Job description

Directional Drill/Equipment Operator/Locator

Full Time
Home office in Hamilton ON

Mastering the Subsurface. Powering Modern Infrastructure.

Our Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) teams are the surgical strike force of network construction.

Operating advanced boring technology and heavy equipment, this team navigates the complex underground landscape to install the conduits that carry Canada’s connectivity—all without disturbing the surface above. It is a role defined by technical precision, mechanical expertise, and a “safety-first” mindset.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision care and a company phone are provided.
10hr – Mon through Thur Schedule with additional shifts sometimes available during the busy season.

Key Responsibilities

• Precision Navigation: Operating sophisticated HDD rigs to bore under roadways, landscapes, and obstacles with pinpoint accuracy.
• Heavy Equipment Mastery: Expertly managing excavators, trenchers, and support machinery to ensure efficient site preparation and restoration.
• Subsurface Utility Locating: Utilizing advanced locating technology to identify and protect existing infrastructure, ensuring 100% damage prevention.
• Logistical Command: Coordinating site traffic control and exploratory pits to maintain a safe and professional workspace in high-traffic environments.

The IMS Advantage

High-Tech Fleet: Work with modern, well-maintained directional drills and supporting heavy equipment.
Expert Training: Receive comprehensive training in HDD operations, utility locating, and advanced safety protocols.
Industry Impact: Play a critical role in the physical expansion of Ontario’s fiber and cable infrastructure.

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