? Apply in 3 Minutes! Directional Driller & Locator – Underground Utility Crew Hdd
Location: Fowler
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Omni Underground is rapidly expanding and hiring experienced
Directional Drillers and Locators to build out new HDD crews. If
you take pride in your work, respect your crew, and want to grow
into leadership, this is your next move. We’re building a team of
top-tier drill operators and locators to tackle fiber, power,
telecom, and joint trench projects throughout the Central Valley.
Clean sites. Reliable equipment. Strong team culture.
Growth-focused. Compensation: $28 - $36 hourly Responsibilities:
For Directional Drillers: - Minimum 2 years of experience operating
Vermeer or Ditch Witch HDD rigs on live utility projects - Proven
ability to complete clean, accurate bores under streets, driveways,
and active utility corridors - Skilled in reading bore maps,
interpreting prints, and adjusting in real-time based on soil
conditions or obstructions - Strong mechanical aptitude: can
troubleshoot, load tooling, and perform pre-/post-trip inspections
- Must be able to lead a drill crew, communicate clearly with
locators and ground personnel, and keep production moving - Able to
maintain safety, spacing, and production targets without
sacrificing quality For Locators: - Minimum 1 year of experience
using DigiTrak Falcon, SE, or Subsite systems - Understands depth,
pitch, roll, and separation requirements for multiple utility types
- Can track and mark bore paths clearly and accurately — in dirt,
pavement, or congested corridors - Experienced in potholing,
setting up pits, pulling back product, and spotting utilities -
Works in sync with the drill operator and foreman to hit production
goals safely and efficiently - Comfortable assisting in other crew
duties (hand digging, cleanup, setup, minor restoration) General
Requirements (Both Positions): - Valid Class A CDL Required - Must
pass a pre-employment drug screen and provide a clean DMV record -
Able to work outdoors in varying conditions and lift 50 lbs
repeatedly - Strong work ethic, respect for teammates, and
commitment to safety - Willing to travel as needed Qualifications:
- Minimum 1 year of experience in directional drilling or locating
on live underground utility projects (fiber, power, gas, telecom,
etc.) - Proven ability to operate Vermeer or Ditch Witch drill rigs
and/or run DigiTrak/Subsite locating systems with precision - Can
read utility prints, bore maps, and white line layouts without
needing constant oversight - Experience setting up and breaking
down drill pits, pulling back conduit, and managing mud flow or
spoil - Understands how to hit footage goals while maintaining
depth and separation - Works well in a fast-paced crew environment
and communicates clearly under pressure - Must be reliable,
respectful, and focused — zero tolerance for laziness or unsafe
habits - Valid Class A CDL License - Ability to lift 50 lbs, work
outdoors, and follow all safety protocols About Company As we
scale, we’re shaping the future of underground utilities—and we’re
looking for driven individuals who are ready to build something
bigger than themselves. If you're ready to do work that matters, in
a company that refuses to settle, this is where you belong. At Omni
Underground, we’re not just installing utilities—we’re laying the
foundation for lasting impact. Our mission is to build world-class
infrastructure while developing exceptional people. We take pride
in raising the bar for underground construction through unmatched
craftsmanship, disciplined execution, and a deep commitment to
community and culture. Our standard is excellence—on every job, in
every role, every day. We believe the true measure of success lies
in how we invest in our people. That’s why we create opportunities
for growth, promote from within, and hold each other accountable to
the values that define us: Grit. Respect. Integrity. Teamwork.
WHGEN3 Compensation details: 28-36 Hourly Wage
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