HDD Locator: Precision Underground Utility Mapping

Rapid Wire LLC; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Rapid Wire LLC in Tacoma, WA is seeking an experienced Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Locator to guide the drill head and prevent utility strikes. You will locate and mark utilities, coordinate with the HDD Operator, and ensure bore paths meet safety standards.

This role requires 2+ years in HDD locating, proficiency with Subsite, Digitrak, or similar systems, and the ability to travel up to 75%. CDL preferred; strong communication and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of HDD locating experience in urban utility environments.
• Proficiency with locating equipment (Subsite, Digitrak or similar).
• Ability to read utility maps, bore plans and blueprints.
• Strong safety awareness and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Locate and track the drill head during HDD operations to ensure bore path accuracy.
• Mark utilities and prevent strikes by coordinating with the HDD Operator.
• Interpret project plans and bore logs to determine optimal drilling paths.
• Maintain bore logs and utility reports with accurate documentation.
• Follow safety DOT regulations and company protocols, pre/post-bore inspections.

Skills

HDD locating

Equipment proficiency

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Tools

Subsite

Digitrak

Vermeer

Ditch Witch

Job description

Rapid Wire LLC in Tacoma, WA is seeking an experienced Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Locator to guide the drill head and prevent utility strikes. You will locate and mark utilities, coordinate with the HDD Operator, and ensure bore paths meet safety standards.

This role requires 2+ years in HDD locating, proficiency with Subsite, Digitrak, or similar systems, and the ability to travel up to 75%. CDL preferred; strong communication and documentation skills are essential.