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Posted August 23, 2026

Drill Locaters - Las Cruces, New Mexico

OSO COMMUNICATIONS INC
Las Cruces, NM, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity for advancement

Drill Crew Locator – Job Description


This position requires a licensed underground utility locator. No exceptions.


Responsibilities


  • Use professional locating equipment to track the drill head underground
  • Communicate real‑time depth, pitch, and direction to the drill operator
  • Ensure the bore stays within approved alignment and depth tolerances
  • Prevent utility strikes by maintaining safe clearances at all times
  • Walk the bore path ahead of the drill and identify obstacles or hazards
  • Confirm entry and exit points match the approved bore plan
  • Mark the bore path and maintain constant visual control of alignment
  • Assist with potholing and exposing utilities when required
  • Help set up pits and maintain safe, compliant work zones
  • Support the drill operator and ground crew as needed
This role is critical to safe drilling operations. Only licensed, qualified locators will be considered.


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