11330 70 Street Southeast, Calgary, AB, T2C 4Y3

HDD Locator

Position Summary

BAAC Construction is hiring a full time, experienced HDD Locator to support fibre optic and underground utility installations across Western Canada.

In this role, you will be responsible for accurately locating drill heads, tracking bore paths, and guiding Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) operations in residential, commercial, urban, and high-congestion settings. You will work closely with HDD Drillers and field crews to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate installation of fibre optic infrastructure while protecting existing underground utilities.

This position is ideal for an experienced HDD Locator who has strong locating skills, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to work independently in fast-paced field conditions while maintaining production targets and quality standards.

Location
Reporting office located in Calgary, Alberta
Projects across Western Canada (Alberta and Saskatchewan)

What You'll Do HDD Locating & Bore Tracking
Locate and track HDD drill heads during fibre optic and underground utility installations
Guide drilling operations to maintain accurate bore paths, depths,



and alignment
Monitor drill progress and communicate corrections to HDD operators in real time
Accurately identify and verify existing underground utilities prior to and during drilling activities
Perform utility crossings safely while maintaining required clearances
Operate locating equipment and associated technology to ensure precision and compliance with project specifications

Site Operations & Field Execution
Read and interpret:
Drill profiles
Utility locate sheets
Design drawings
Construction plans
Conduct pre-job inspections, hazard assessments, and ground disturbance reviews
Verify bore paths, entry points, exit points, and utility conflict areas before drilling begins
Assist with potholing and utility exposure activities when required
Support field crews in maintaining protected, organized, and productive work sites
Work collaboratively with drill operators, labourers, hydrovac crews, supervisors, and clients

Safety & Compliance
Follow all BAAC Construction safety policies, procedures, and

📌 Hdd Locator Travel Required Calgary (Canada)
🏢 Manufacturing Job Site
📍 Canada