Bore Drill Locator II

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At North Sky Communications, LLC, as a Bore Drill Locator II, you’ll help the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) locating operations by tracking, guiding, and monitoring the depth, pitch, and real-time position of the drill head to ensure precise bore paths and safe underground utility installations. 

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships,  pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do

• Operate HDD locating and walk-over tracking equipment to guide the drill head along the designated bore path.

• Communicate real-time pitch, depth, and roll data directly to the drill operator to make path corrections and maintain safe clearances.

• Perform pre-bore utility line locating and site walkthroughs using electronic line detection equipment and utility maps to identify existing underground infrastructure.

• Document all locate logs, bore paths, depth readings, and visual marks accurately.

• Troubleshoot complex/difficult locates and assist in guiding bores around high-profile utilities and tight tolerances.

• Potentially perform potholing/hand digging with light hand tools as required to expose utility cross-overs safely.

• Respond promptly and courteously to excavation notices and maintain effective communication with crew members, utility representatives, and inspectors.

• Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed in all weather conditions.

• Other tasks as needed

What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older.

• Authorization to work in the United States for this company.

• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience.

• A minimum of 1–2 years of directional drill locating (HDD) experience.

• Proficiency with walk-over bore tracking electronics/receivers (e.g., Falcon, Subsite).

• Valid State driver's license (cannot be Provisional) with an acceptable driving record

 
Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: Work alone or with crews in remote locations with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicles, squeeze, perform fine hand motions, bend, stoop, stand, walk, lift up to 55 pounds, and use electronic handheld receivers.

• Occasionally: Use portable ladders, work in confined spaces, and climb stairs.