Precision HDD Locator: Safe Underground Utility Paths

FBR Solutions; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

FBR Solutions LLC in Las Vegas, NV is seeking an HDD Locator Operator to locate and guide horizontal directional drilling for underground telecom infrastructure. You will work with the Drill Operator to keep bore paths accurate while avoiding existing utilities.

The role requires reading construction plans, operating DigiTrak and other locating systems, and participating in daily safety briefings. Travel to job sites, complete reports, and ensure installations meet project specs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of HDD locating experience preferred.
• Experience locating telecommunications, electrical, gas, water, and other underground utilities.
• Proficient with DigiTrak, Subsite, DCI, Vermeer, or similar locating systems.
• Ability to read construction plans and utility maps.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to obtain required customer site certifications.
• CDL preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground locating equipment during HDD operations.
• Guide the HDD Drill Operator by monitoring drill head location, depth, pitch, roll.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, utility maps, bore profiles, and project plans.
• Verify bore path accuracy to meet project design and customer specifications.
• Identify, expose, and verify existing underground utilities using potholing, hydrovac, and locating equipment.
• Maintain proper separation from existing underground utilities throughout drilling operations.
• Communicate continuously with the Drill Operator to safely navigate bore paths.
• Assist in drill setup, breakdown, and daily equipment inspections.
• Support conduit installation, pullback operations, and product placement.
• Perform pre-job safety assessments and participate in daily tailgate meetings.
• Complete production reports, bore logs, utility verification documentation, and as-built information.
• Monitor drilling fluid returns and identify conditions that may affect drilling performance.
• Assist with restoration of work areas upon project completion.
• Maintain all locating equipment in proper working condition.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and customer requirements.
• Travel to various job sites as required.

Skills

HDD locating

Plan reading

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Equipment troubleshooting

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

DigiTrak

Subsite

DCI

Vermeer

Job description

FBR Solutions LLC in Las Vegas, NV is seeking an HDD Locator Operator to locate and guide horizontal directional drilling for underground telecom infrastructure. You will work with the Drill Operator to keep bore paths accurate while avoiding existing utilities.

The role requires reading construction plans, operating DigiTrak and other locating systems, and participating in daily safety briefings. Travel to job sites, complete reports, and ensure installations meet project specs.