Directional Drill Locator

Gogridsource; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay Weekly

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k Plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

GridSource in Pensacola, FL is hiring a Directional Drill / Bore Locator to join the team and support underground utilities projects in rural and metro areas. This full-time role offers day-to-day drilling, conduit placement, and field operations with safety as a core value.

The position pays $20–$26 per hour depending on experience, with weekly pay and comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, PTO, 401(k), and paid sick leave. Local applicants preferred.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience with drilling and/or locating equipment.
• 2 years of experience with Ditch Witch and Vermeer Drilling equipment (JT5 / D10x15).
• Previous directional bore locating experience required.
• Pre-employment testing includes MVR, drug screen, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities and monitor locating process during drilling.
• Read prints and demonstrate good judgment in the field.
• Work as a team in tandem with supervisor, manager, and other crew members.
• Perform all duties adhering to company safety procedures and policies.

Skills

Drilling experience

Locating equipment

Ditch Witch/Vermeer JT5-D10x15

Job description

Directional Drill Locator Directional Drill Locator Pensacola , Florida Direct Hire Sep 29, 2026

GridSourceis looking for aDirectional Drill / Bore Locatorto join our fast-paced growing team in the Pensacola, FLarea.

Pay $20-$26per hour depending on experience

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes

• Pay Weekly
• Health, Vision, & Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Plan
• Paid sick leave in accordance with any applicable state or municipal laws

We have a full-timeneed foraDirectional Drill / Bore Locatorinterested in building a long-term career in the underground telecommunications / Gas / cable industry interested in building a long-term career in the underground Utilities. The Job consists of day-to-day drilling and pullback of various sized conduits or pipe for outside plant. The Work consists of new buildings, maintenance, and restoration in rural and metro areas.

What You’ll Do

• Locate underground utilities and monitor locating process during drilling
• Read prints and demonstrate good judgment in the field
• Work as a team in tandem with supervisor, manager, and other crew members
• Perform all duties adhering to company safety procedures and policies

What You’ll Need

• 3 years of experience with drilling and/or locating equipment.
• 2 years of experience with Ditch Witch and Vermeer Drilling equipment (JT5 / D10x15).
• Previous directional bore locating experience required
• Local applicants preferred
• Pre-employment testing includes MVR, drug screen, and background check
• Must have an acceptable driving record and be legally authorized to work in the United States

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The job involves occasional work near moving mechanical parts and requires outdoor work in all weather conditions year-round.

• May be exposed to electrical shock, radiation, and vibration.
• May work more than 40 hours per week & outside normal business hours as needed.

GridSource is a proud supporter of our U.S. military, veterans, and their families. Active military, transitioning service members and veterans are encouraged to apply. GridSource is committed to hiring, recruiting, and promoting associates without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status. GridSource is an Aff