Posted 19 days ago
Directional Drilling Locator
@ SUBTERRA HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILLING LTD.
Bethune, Saskatchewan
Overview
Subterra HDD is hiring an experienced Horizontal Directional Drilling locator for full-time work across Saskatchewan. The role tracks drill heads, guides pilot bores and identifies underground utilities and hazards. The posting offers overtime, a living-out allowance and extended hours of 12+ hours per day.
Responsibilities:
- Track drill heads and monitor bore depth, pitch and direction
- Guide drill operators on pilot bores
- Identify underground utilities, obstacles and hazards
- Assist with bore planning, reaming and pullbacks
- Operate, inspect and maintain locating equipment
Requirements summary:
- Previous HDD locating experience required
- Valid Class 5 licence and clean driver's abstract
- Able to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors
- Strong understanding of HDD procedures and underground utilities
- Digi-Trak F5 experience an asset
Tools & skills
Source and dates
Job-board feed · saskjobs
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-18
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-19
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-19
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Travel | air: none · ground: frequent |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Construction site, Vehicle |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Class 5, Class 1A, First Aid/CPR-C, H2S Alive, Ground Disturbance II, SCOT |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Home office allowance |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
SUBTERRA HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILLING LTD.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
Description
Subterra HDD is hiring an experienced Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) Locator to join our team.
We offer competitive wages, overtime opportunities, living-out allowance, and long weekends and holidays off. Applicants must be willing to travel throughout Saskatchewan and work extended hours (12+ hours/day). Projects within the next year + are located within 1 hour of Regina, SK.
Responsibilities
- Locate and track drill heads during HDD operations
- Monitor bore depth, pitch and direction to ensure accurate drilling
- Communicate with drill operators to guide pilot bores safely and efficiently
- Identify underground utilities, obstacles and potential drilling hazards
- Assist with bore planning, reaming and product pullbacks
- Operate, inspect and maintain locating equipment
- Assist with drilling fluids, tooling changes and general crew duties
- Follow safe work practices and participate in required HSE activities
Qualifications
- Previous HDD locating experience required
- Experience operating Digi-Trak F5 locating systems an asset
- Strong understanding of HDD procedures, bore planning and underground utilities
- Valid Class 5 license and clean driver's abstract; Class 1A preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
- First Aid/CPR-C, H2S Alive, Ground Disturbance II, SCOT, WHMIS/TDG and Pipeline Construction Safety Training (or equivalent) preferred
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
- Able to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in varying weather conditions
We're looking for a dependable, safety-minded individual who can work effectively with drill operators, adapt to changing jobsite conditions and contribute to a productive team environment.
Wages are negotiable based on experience.
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