Directional Drill Locator; Underground Locator

Directional Drill Locator (Underground Locator) San Antonio, Texas. Direct Hire. Apr 15, 2026

Grid Source is seeking a full-time Underground Locator interested in building a long‑term career in the underground telecommunications / cable industry.

Pay Rate: $21-24 per hour, depending on experience

This job consists of day‑to‑day drilling and pullback of various sized conduits for outside plant fiber networks. Most of our work is performed under master service agreements with telecom carriers and regional utilities. The work consists of new builds, maintenance, and restoration in rural and metro areas.

• Dig to spot existing utilities
• Assist in digging launch and recovery pits during operation of underground directional bore rig work
• Proof pipe, pull mule tape, pull cable, and set pedestal
• Use hand tools such as sledgehammers, trenching shovels, concrete saws, and pickaxes in performance of job duties
• Locate for directional bore rig, such as roadways, driveways, sidewalks, paved parking paths, etc. as required
• Drive company vehicles in performance of job duties
• Locate underground utilities and monitor locating process during drilling
• Read prints (will be trained) and demonstrate good judgement in the field
• Work as a team in tandem with supervisor, manager, and other crew members
• Perform all duties adhering to company safety procedures and policies
• Perform other duties such as clean‑up and salvage of wrecked out materials; provide general assistance to other employees as directed
• Complete preventive maintenance on equipment

• Must be experienced in using a Sub Site Locator
• Be able to spot and work well with driller and other crew members
• Be able to pass background and drug screening
• Have a good driving record
  
  Be able to lift 75+ lbs continuously
• Be able to work with minimal supervision and complete tasks assigned in a timely manner

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k Plan
• Paid sick leave in accordance with any applicable state or municipal laws

Grid Source strives to hire, recruit, and promote associates without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. Grid Source is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. Grid Source will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.