Job Description & How to Apply Below
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 environments. You will work closely with HDD Drillers and field crews to ensure safe, efficient, and precise 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, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia)
Daily Living Out Allowance (LOA) provided for projects outside of Calgary
Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation based on experience
Daily Living Out Allowance paid each day worked outside of Calgary.
Benefits Include Extended health care (100% employer-paid coverage)
Dental care
Vision care
Disability insurance
Paid time off
Company events and birthday celebrations
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 safe, 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 regulatory requirements
Complete required documentation, including:
Field Level Hazard Assessments (FLHAs)
Tailgate meetings
Digital reporting through Workhub and Bamboo
Apply Ground Disturbance Level II practices and environmental protection standards
Proactively identify hazards and take corrective action to maintain a safe work environment
Promote a strong safety culture on every project
Quality & Production Ensure accurate locating data throughout all phases of drilling operations
Troubleshoot:
Signal interference
Utility conflicts
Ground conditions
Locating challenges
Verify bore path accuracy to minimize utility strikes, rework, and production delays
Support successful project completion while maintaining FTTH (Fibre-to-the-Home) construction standards
Communicate clearly with supervisors, drill operators, locators, and clients to ensure project success
What You Bring Required Experience Minimum 3 years of HDD locating experience
Proven ability to independently locate drill heads in congested residential and urban environments
Experience supporting fibre optic and underground utility construction projects
Strong understanding of:
Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
Fibre optic construction
FTTH installation standards
Utility locating best practices
Licenses & Certifications Valid Class 5 Driver's License (or higher) with a clean driver's abstract
Ability to travel to project sites as required
Current certifications:
Ground Disturbance Level II
Standard First Aid
Confined Space Certification is considered an asset
Technical & Field Skills Proficient with HDD locating equipment and tracking systems
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, utility plans, and drill profiles
Strong understanding of underground utility identification and conflict avoidance
Experience with support equipment such as mini-excavators and hydrovac/vacuum trucks is considered an asset
Comfortable…
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