HDD Locator — Field Technician for Utility Mapping

Adecco Portugal; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is hiring for a Horizontal Directional Drill Locator in the Phoenix area for a full-time position. Salary is $34 to $38 per hour based on proven experience, with final candidates undergoing a paid field evaluation.

Responsibilities include locating the drill head, communicating depth and direction to the operator, reviewing bore plans, and ensuring utility safety. CDL is preferred; OSHA 10 is a plus.

Qualifications

• Two+ years HDD locating experience required.
• Experience with DigiTrak, Subsite or comparable locating systems.
• OSHA 10 preferred.
• Valid driver license and clean record; CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Locate and track the drill head throughout the pilot bore.
• Communicate pitch, depth, direction, and correction requirements to the operator.
• Review bore plans and identify critical utility crossings.
• Verify Arizona 811 markings and assist with positive exposure of utilities.
• Conduct walkover surveys and evaluate interference.
• Maintain safe separation from existing utilities.
• Record bore-path information and prepare accurate as-built data.
• Assist with setup, potholing, mud operations, pullback and restoration.
• Stop work and escalate unexpected utility conflicts or unsafe conditions.
• Drive and support transport of crew vehicles and equipment as authorized.

Skills

HDD locating

Interpreting pitch/depth

Physical outdoor work

OSHA 10 preferred

CDL preferred

Tools

DigiTrak

Subsite

Job description

Adecco is hiring for a Horizontal Directional Drill Locator in the Phoenix area for a full-time position. Salary is $34 to $38 per hour based on proven experience, with final candidates undergoing a paid field evaluation.

Responsibilities include locating the drill head, communicating depth and direction to the operator, reviewing bore plans, and ensuring utility safety. CDL is preferred; OSHA 10 is a plus.