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Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator / Locator

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Advanced Directional Drilling Solutions, Inc.

New Smyrna Beach, FL (In Person)

$60,320 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 3 weeks ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/1/2026

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Job Description

Advanced Directional Drilling, Inc . is seeking a reliable, honest, hard-working Horizontal Drilling Operator / Locator for the East Coast Florida area! Must possess good problem- solving skills and be adaptable. Horizontal Drilling Operator / Locators are responsible for running a variety of tasks associated with underground construction. Will operate heavy equipment and tools associated with construction activities. Must maintain and operate equipment per safety and company guidelines. The primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Operator/Driller Responsibilities:
Operate horizontal directional drill rig (HDD) Vermeer 24x40 Experience with pulling reamers up to 24" with multiple conduits Operate excavation equipment (backhoe, trencher, hydro-vac, etc.) Operate and maintain vehicles and equipment safely at all times Report vehicle and equipment maintenance requirements to construction manager Repair damaged equipment as directed by the project superintendent Document deficiencies in safety practices/equipment to business unit lead Must be able to communicate with others to convey information effectively. Maintain positive public relations (interact with the customer/public in a courteous manner)
Locator Responsibilities:
Walk and confirm bore path, spot utilities Perform job site analysis (JSA) including completion of paperwork Ensure there are proper clearances to install the product per standards and company policies Record the depth of the tool head as required Ensure the drill head is in a good position at the exit pit to connect the product Conducts foreman responsibilities, such as overseeing laborers and/or crew member's work and monitors productivity Oversee laborers and/or crew member's work and monitor time usage is productive Able to follow and complete tasks assigned by the business unit lead Make sure job site is Safe for employee's and pedestrians Ensure one call tickets are current Able to read specs and prints
Qualifications:
Preferred 2+ years of related experience as a horizontal directional drill rig operator and backhoe operator. Ability to develop bore path plan to ensure all utilities located Preferred 1+ year experience with Falcon F5 Locator; Various related equipment operating experience required, such as mini excavator, Vac Truck, etc Inspect / maintain job equipment and tools Have a clean driving record/; has a CDL license; Must be able to travel thru out Florida with some overnight stay as necessary Basic Computer Skills- e-mail, photo editing, maintain bore logs, red-line drawings, PDF Prints, Digi-mark Software, and basic
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Full-time Pay:
From $29.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person