HDD Locator: Precise Directional Drilling & Safety

United Utility Services; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA and FSA options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Disability insurance

Job summary

United Utility Services is hiring an HDD Locator in West Palm Beach, FL. You will track and guide the drill head during directional drilling, coordinate with the Foreman and Operator, and help maintain bore alignment while preventing underground damage.

The role requires reading utility plans, verifying locations, and documenting bore details. You will support safety planning and training of Apprentices on site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with HDD locating systems preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret utility plans and construction drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate electronic locating equipment to monitor drill head location, depth, and alignment.
• Guide drilling operations by communicating bore path corrections to the Operator.
• Review project drawings, utility maps, and bore plans.
• Verify existing utility locations through potholing and visual confirmation.
• Monitor bore progress and document critical bore information.
• Assist with excavation of entry pits, exit pits, and potholes.
• Support restoration activities following project completion.
• Maintain awareness of underground conflicts and stop work if conditions are unsafe.
• Assist in conducting pre-job safety planning and hazard assessments.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety requirements.
• Properly use and store drilling fluids and related materials.
• Train and assist Apprentices in field operations.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

OSHA 10 preferred

Utility locating certification preferred

Tools

HDD locating systems

Job description

United Utility Services is hiring an HDD Locator in West Palm Beach, FL. You will track and guide the drill head during directional drilling, coordinate with the Foreman and Operator, and help maintain bore alignment while preventing underground damage.

The role requires reading utility plans, verifying locations, and documenting bore details. You will support safety planning and training of Apprentices on site.