Horizontal Drilling Operator/Locator – Field Tech

Advanced Directional Drilling Solutions Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Advanced Directional Drilling, Inc is seeking a reliable Horizontal Drilling Operator / Locator for the East Coast Florida area. The role involves operating HDD rigs, backhoes, and related equipment, with emphasis on safety and communication with the team.

Candidates should have 2+ years HDD experience, a CDL, clean driving record, and ability to travel across Florida with overnight stays. The position is full-time with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience as a horizontal directional drill rig operator and backhoe operator
• Experience with Falcon F5 Locator preferred
• Ability to read specs and prints
• Clean driving record with CDL license

Responsibilities

• Operate HDD rig and backhoe safely and efficiently.
• Maintain equipment per safety guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with team and supervisor.
• Document maintenance needs and reports.
• Walk bore path, spot utilities, and read specs.
• Ensure proper clearances and safe job site conditions.
• Oversee laborers as needed and monitor productivity.
• Travel across Florida with overnight stays as required.

Skills

Horizontal directional drill

Backhoe operation

Reading prints/specs

Problem-solving

Communication

CDL license

Tools

Falcon F5 Locator

Digi-mark Software

Excel

PDF Prints

Job description

Advanced Directional Drilling, Inc is seeking a reliable Horizontal Drilling Operator / Locator for the East Coast Florida area. The role involves operating HDD rigs, backhoes, and related equipment, with emphasis on safety and communication with the team.

Candidates should have 2+ years HDD experience, a CDL, clean driving record, and ability to travel across Florida with overnight stays. The position is full-time with competitive hourly pay and benefits.