Drill Locator

Utilities One; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Rates

Weekly payments

All equipment, tools, and machinery

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Utilities One is seeking a skilled Drill Locator to interpret signals from underground transmitters for the drill operator, providing location, angle, temperature, and other critical data. The role covers HDD locating activities in the Midwest market and requires readiness to travel extensively to various sites.

The position emphasizes safety, compliance with industry standards, and the ability to operate in challenging environments while supporting project teams and timely completions.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience as Drill Locator.
• CDL Class A/B preferred.
• Experience in underground utility construction.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans.
• Ability to lift ~50 pounds, climb ladders, and work in extreme weather.
• Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Assist locating aspects of the project as directed by Drill Operator.
• Perform job site analysis and complete paperwork.
• Locate utilities with locating systems.
• Record depth of tool head as required.
• Handle physically demanding construction duties.
• Ensure safety of the public and buried facilities.
• Perform other duties to help the team complete the project.

Skills

Drill Locator

Underground utilities

Lifting 50 lbs

Travel readiness

Job description

Drill Locator

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Contract

Location: United States - Chicago, IL

Reporting To: Denis Mezer

Compensation: $200 - $300 / day

Description

We are looking for qualified Drill Locatorsfor the Midwestmarket.

The role of a Drill Locator includes interpreting signals from underground transmitters to provide the drill operator with location, angle, temperature, and other information. We expect you to perform skilled HDD-locating activities, along with your knowledge of industry standards, policies, guidelines, and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist as required in all locating aspects of the project as directed by the Drill Operator;
• Perform job site analysis (JSA), including completion of paperwork;
• Locate utilities with locating systems;
• Record the depth of the tool head as required;
• Handle physically demanding construction duties;
• Ensure the safety of the public and other utilities' underground facilities;
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned to help the team complete a project.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• At least 1 year of experience as a Drill Locator;
• A valid, unrestricted CDL Class A/B is preferred;
• Proven experience in underground utility construction;
• Read, understand, and interpret engineering plans and specifications;
• Ability to lift around 50 pounds, safely climb ladders, and work in extreme weather;
• Ability to travel 80% of the time to different job sites within the market.

Benefits

• Competitive Rates;
• Weekly payments – each Friday;
• All equipment, tools, and machinery provided;
• Career Advancement Opportunities.