Directional Drilling Locator

Turner Mining GroupHarmony, MN

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Directional Drill Locator to join a two-person horizontal directional drilling crew. This individual will work closely with an experienced drill operator to safely and accurately install underground fiber conduit and larger-diameter pipe.

The ideal candidate can independently locate the drill head, operate supporting equipment, and transport the drill package using a Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

Track the drill head and communicate depth, pitch, roll, direction, and steering corrections to the drill operator.
Operate DCI/DigiTrak and Underground Magnetics locating systems.
Review bore paths, utility markings, entry points, exit points, and required depths.
Maintain safe clearance from existing underground utilities.
Assist with pilot boring, backreaming, conduit installation, and pullback.
Operate a mud vacuum and support potholing, drilling-fluid management, and jobsite cleanup.
Assist with directional drill setup, operation, inspections, and basic maintenance.
Drive a Class A truck and trailer with air brakes to transport an approximately 40,000-pound drill package.
Complete approximately five drill shots per day, depending on project conditions.
Perform general field duties necessary to support the two-person crew.

Qualifications

Previous HDD drill-locating experience.
Experience with DCI/DigiTrak or Underground Magnetics locating equipment.
Valid Class A CDL with air-brake experience.
Experience towing heavy equipment using a truck and trailer.
Familiarity with directional drilling, underground fiber, conduit, and utility construction.
Ability to operate a mud vacuum and assist with directional drill operations.
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a two-person crew.
Dependable attendance and the ability to report to the Harmony shop each morning.
Ability to work outdoors and perform physically demanding fieldwork.

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