Telecom Directional Drill Locator — Field Tech (AZ)

TAK Broadband; Prescott Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time

Paid Weekly

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

TAK Broadband is seeking a Directional Drill Locator to guide horizontal directional drilling operations, ensuring accurate bore paths while protecting underground utilities in standard and high-risk areas with live utilities. You will read staking sheets, operate locating equipment, and coordinate utility locates for successful bores.

Based in AZ with travel to Cottonwood, Prescott Valley, Phoenix, Sedona and surrounding areas, you will document bore logs, maintain safety standards, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of directional drilling experience
• Strong communication and coordination with managers, driller, support crews, and team members
• Understanding of drill mechanics, soil types, fluid mixtures and locator technology
• Ability to travel and work outside business hours, overtime in all seasons
• Excellent customer service, time management, problem-solving and troubleshooting
• High energy, motivation and attention to detail
• Ability to multi-task and work in varying noise levels
• Capable of lifting up to 70lbs and working outdoors year round
• Valid government-issued photo ID; driver's license if driving; Class A CDL required
• Passing pre-employment requirements (MVR, Background Check, Drug Screen)

Responsibilities

• Provide horizontal directional drill head location services for drill operator
• Operate and interpret locating equipment to guide drill operators along bore paths
• Read and understand telecom utility staking sheets/prints and bore plans
• Coordinate with utility locators to ensure all utility locates are complete
• Communicate bore depth, alignment, and steering corrections to drill operator
• Identify and avoid conflicts with underground utilities through potholing, mapping and verification
• Maintain bore logs, as-builts and daily progress reporting
• Maintain knowledge of utility depths and placements
• Ensure vehicles, equipment and tools are maintained and safe
• Review field designs and communicate discrepancies for change orders
• Assist with duct, vault, pedestal and fiber placement as needed
• Assist with minor equipment troubleshooting and maintenance
• Complete projects with safety as the #1 priority and 811 safe digging compliance
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Directional drilling

Job description

TAK Broadband is seeking a Directional Drill Locator to guide horizontal directional drilling operations, ensuring accurate bore paths while protecting underground utilities in standard and high-risk areas with live utilities. You will read staking sheets, operate locating equipment, and coordinate utility locates for successful bores.

Based in AZ with travel to Cottonwood, Prescott Valley, Phoenix, Sedona and surrounding areas, you will document bore logs, maintain safety standards, and