Ontario Drill locator Jobs – 19 Openings This Week

Drill Locator
HDP Network Solutions —Greater Toronto Area, ON
- $28–$35 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- First Aid Certification
- Driving
- Dental care
- Vision care
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Horizontal Directional Driller/Locator
CIK TELECOM INC. —Markham, ON
- $30–$40 an hour
- Full-time
- Driving
- Construction experience
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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AZ licensed driver to become Directional Driller
Direct Bore —Greely, ON
- $35.55–$37.55 an hour
- Full-time
- Travel
- Construction experience
- In-person
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Directional Driller
Fibertechs —Innisfil, ON
- $24.15–$46.35 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- In-person
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Heavy Machinery Operator
CIK TELECOM INC. —Ingersoll, ON
- $28–$35 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Driving
- Construction experience
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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AZ Driller
Telecon —Concord, ON
- $40.83 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction experience
- In-person
- Commercial driving
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Directional Driller
LightStream Cable Technologies —Greater Sudbury, ON
- $25–$38 an hour
- Full-time
- Travel
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Directional Driller Locator (AZ Licensed)
Buried Utility Services Inc. —London, ON
- $38–$41 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Construction experience
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Junior Environmental Technologist/Technician
Dillon Consulting Limited —Kingston, ON
- $50,000–$54,000 a year
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
Directional Driller
Trinity Communication Services Ltd. —Toronto, ON
- Weekends as needed
Hydrovac Operator
Buried Utility Services Inc. —London, ON
- $38–$41 an hour
- Full-time
- Heavy lifting
- Construction experience
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Dental care
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Horizontal Directional Driller/Locator
CIK TELECOM INC. —Markham, ON
Complete Driver’s logbook & daily vehicle inspection (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip), maintenance and repair reports, accident, or incident reports.
$30–$40 an hour
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Drill Locator

HDP Network Solutions -
Greater Toronto Area, ON

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Job details

Full-time
$28–$35 an hour

Qualifications

Horizontal drilling
Air Brake Endorsement
WHMIS Certification
Excavator
Heavy lifting
Confined Space Certification
Oil & gas
First Aid Certification
Driving
Class D Licence
Telecommunication
Construction experience
Commercial driving
Class G Licence
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Title: Drill Locator

Location: Ontario, Canada

Reports To: Construction Manager

Salary Range/based on experience: $28.00 to $35.00

Benefits: Extended Health and Dental premiums paid by Employer

Matched RSP Program available

Training : Paid Training

Vacancies available: 3

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and safety-focused Drill Locator to support Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) operations for underground utility installation projects across Ontario. The Drill Locator is responsible for accurately tracking and guiding the drill head during bore operations, ensuring safe installation of telecommunications, hydro, gas, water, and other underground infrastructure. The successful candidate will work closely with the Drill Operator and field crews to maintain productivity, quality, and compliance with all applicable regulations and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Operate and monitor underground locating equipment to accurately track the drill head and bore path.
Communicate continuously with the Drill Operator to ensure precise bore alignment, depth, and direction.
Read and interpret utility locates, construction drawings, site plans, and project specifications.
Identify and verify existing underground utilities before and during drilling activities.
Assist with site preparation, setup, bore planning, and drilling operations.
Conduct pre-job hazard assessments and ensure compliance with company safety policies and Ontario health and safety regulations.
Monitor drilling fluid returns and ground conditions to prevent utility strikes and environmental impacts.
Maintain accurate records of bore paths, depths, and installed utilities.
Assist with troubleshooting drilling challenges, including congested utility corridors and changing ground conditions.
Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance of locating equipment and related tools.
Coordinate effectively with project managers, supervisors, utility owners, inspectors, and customers.
Support restoration and cleanup activities upon project completion.

Qualifications

Required

Minimum 1 year of experience as a Drill Locator in underground utility construction.
Working knowledge of Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) equipment and locating systems.
Ability to read and interpret utility locates, construction plans, and engineering drawings.
Strong understanding of underground utility installation practices.
Valid Ontario Class G driver's licence with a clean driving record.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and on various terrain types.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Preferred

Experience with telecommunications, hydro, gas, water, or municipal infrastructure projects.
AZ/DZ licence considered an asset.

Certifications

The following certifications are considered assets:

Ontario Working at Heights
Utility Safety Partners (Locate Awareness) or equivalent
First Aid & CPR
WHMIS
Confined Space Awareness
Traffic Control Person Certification
Ontario Book 7 Traffic Control Training

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work in physically demanding environments for extended periods.
Comfortable working outdoors year-round in Ontario weather conditions.
Ability to travel to project sites throughout Ontario as required.

Competencies

Safety-focused mindset
Technical aptitude
Problem-solving skills
Strong situational awareness
Reliability and accountability
Effective communication and teamwork
Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines

What We Offer

Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits package
Training and career advancement opportunities
Safe and supportive work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

We use AI in our hiring process. AI tools may be used during resume screening and assessment.

Pay: $28.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
RRSP match
Vision care

Work Location: On the road

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