Drilling Locator - Louisiana

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Fiber, Coax, CATV, ONT, Routers, Telco, Utility Locating, Bore Paths, Conduit Installation, Underground Construction, Safety, Excavation Equipment, Trenching, Hydro-Vac.

Valid driver’s license required.

Triage is seeking an experienced Driller Locator to accurately identify and mark utilities, support drill operators, and ensure the safe, efficient installation of underground conduit and cables. This hands-on role includes verifying bore paths, recording depths, operating excavation equipment, and overseeing crew quality and safety throughout all phases of underground construction.

Responsibilities:
Record tool head depths and ensure drill alignment at exit points.
Collaborate with drill operators to locate the drill head, record depths, and verify alignment.
Locate and mark underground utilities (water, gas, electric, telecom) using magnetic, radar, and electrical equipment.
Operate excavation equipment such as backhoes, trenchers, and hydro-vac units.
Walk and verify bore paths, ensuring proper clearances for installation.
Place conduit and cables in trenches, splice conduit sections, and install anchors, pedestals, vaults, and other components.
Monitor crew members and oversee work quality and time management.
Safely operate tools and equipment including tamps, jackhammers, core drills, and concrete saws.

Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 2 years of relevant experience.
Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends when needed.
Strong attention to safety and detail.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit, stand, climb, kneel, bend, lift, crawl, squat, reach, and utilize both hands and feet in aerial and underground capacities.
Work in various environmental conditions, including heat, cold, dust, wet conditions, vibration, and loud noise.
Traverse and inspect all areas of the jobsite in all weather conditions; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Frequently lift up to 80 lbs. and push/pull up to 50 lbs.
Stand and walk up to eight hours per day and climb multiple sets of stairs while carrying materials weighing 40–60 lbs.
Visual ability to distinguish colors, shades, and brightness in plans and materials.
Flexibility in scheduling to meet the needs of the business.

Interested? Send your resume to Email with the subject line “Driller Locator – Louisiana.” You can also apply directly using the message form on this posting.

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listed 03.13.26 • expires 06.11.26