Horizontal Directional Drill (HDD) Locator
Primoris Services CorporationTexas, United States
Posted October 30, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Primoris Services Corporation (NYSE: PRIM) delivers engineering, construction, and maintenance solutions for the utility, energy, and renewable sectors across the U.S. and Canada. The company specializes in utility‑scale solar, power delivery, communications, and pipeline infrastructure, as well as battery storage, water and wastewater, and industrial construction projects. Its competitive advantage lies in a blend of technical expertise, a safety‑first culture, and entrepreneurial innovation that consistently adds value to clients and communities. Primoris partners with utilities, developers, and government entities to build resilient, sustainable infrastructure that powers modern society.
Job Description
Join Primoris Distribution Services and work with a team that takes pride in its workmanship and innovative problem solving. As the Horizontal Directional Bore Operator/Locator, you will possess a high level of expertise in locating and product support equipment, and supervise employees on how to operate a horizontal directional bore machine and locating box.
Requirements
- 2 + years of verifiable directional bore experience
- CDL Class A/B with Tanker Endorsement
- Experience with different size Vermeer or Ditch Witch units
- Practical experience of underground construction for gas
- Knowledge of utility industry safety practices and requirements
- Knowledge of utility depths and placement practices and procedures
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to effectively supervise a 2 man crew independently
- Ability to read and understand maps, drawings and diagrams for project build process
- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to handle stressful situations and come up with solutions in a timely manner
- Ability to use a computer/smart phone/tablet
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs