Real-Time Directional Drill Locator

North Sky Communications, LLC; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

PTO & holidays

Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) with company match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Gym and related discounts

Job summary

North Sky Communications, LLC is hiring a Directional Drill Locator to operate electronic locating devices and track the bore head in real time, ensuring the path follows designs while avoiding underground utilities.

You will read utility prints, plan safe routes, and document bore path measurements. A valid driver's license is required; CDL Class A is often preferred depending on vehicle weight; physical work includes lifting up to 55 lbs.

Qualifications

• Experience as Directional Drill Locator or HDD crew preferred (entry levels occasionally offered).
• Proficiency with electronic locating equipment and utility blueprints.
• Valid Driver's License; CDL Class A often preferred depending on truck weight classes.

Responsibilities

• Operate tracking electronics to monitor depth, pitch, orientation, and temperature of the drill head in real time.
• Read and interpret utility prints, site plans, and engineering drawings to map a safe underground path.
• Maintain 2-way communication with the drill operator to coordinate movement and adjustments.
• Record accurate as-built logs and bore path measurements after each drill shot.

Skills

Proficiency with locating equipment

Blueprint reading

Valid driver's license

Tools

Digitrak

Ditch Witch Subsite

Job description

North Sky Communications, LLC is hiring a Directional Drill Locator to operate electronic locating devices and track the bore head in real time, ensuring the path follows designs while avoiding underground utilities.

You will read utility prints, plan safe routes, and document bore path measurements. A valid driver's license is required; CDL Class A is often preferred depending on vehicle weight; physical work includes lifting up to 55 lbs.