Put Your Directional Drilling Experience to Work
Precision Underground Inc. is hiring an experienced Directional Drill Operator / Underground Utility Locator to join our underground construction team.
You’ll work as part of a two-person directional drilling crew, operating Vermeer drill equipment and DigiTrak locating systems to complete underground utility installations safely and accurately.
This is a hands-on construction position involving drill operation, locating, equipment care, job-site setup, and physical work. It is best suited to someone who understands underground construction, takes utility safety seriously, and is comfortable contributing wherever the crew needs help.
Why Join Precision Underground?
- $27.00–$34.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
- Monday-to-Friday work schedule
- Extended health benefits
- RRSP matching program
- Modern, well-maintained equipment
- On-the-job training and mentorship
- Opportunities to expand your drilling and locating skills
- Advancement opportunities as the company grows
- Varied underground construction projects
- Locally owned, family-operated Manitoba company
What You’ll Do
- Operate Vermeer horizontal directional drilling equipment.
- Use DigiTrak F5 and F2 locating systems.
- Track the drill head and communicate bore information to the operator.
- Help plan bore paths and identify potential conflicts.
- Complete pilot bores, reaming, and product pullbacks.
- Monitor depth, pitch, direction, and drilling conditions.
- Work safely around marked and exposed underground infrastructure.
- Load, secure, transport, and unload drilling equipment.
- Drive drill trucks and tow equipment trailers when properly licensed.
- Perform pre-use inspections and routine equipment maintenance.
- Set up and maintain safe, organized job sites.
- Complete required paperwork and daily reports.
- Assist with potholing, excavation, cleanup, and general construction duties.
- Work closely with the drill crew, foreperson, and other equipment operators.
- Follow company safety procedures and project requirements.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s Licence
- Previous horizontal directional drilling or drill-head locating experience
- Familiarity with underground utility construction
- Ability to understand bore plans, utility markings, depth, pitch, and direction
- Comfortable performing physical construction work outdoors
- Able to reliably commute to Glenlea for a 6:00 a.m. start
- Dependable, safety-conscious, and able to work effectively with a crew
- Willing to travel or work out of town occasionally when projects require it
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience operating Vermeer directional drills
- Experience using DigiTrak F5 or F2 locating equipment
- Valid Manitoba Class 3 Driver’s Licence
- Experience towing and backing equipment trailers
- Mechanical aptitude and equipment-maintenance experience
- Experience with excavation, hydrovac, utility installation, or civil construction
- Knowledge of safe excavation practices around existing utilities
You’ll Be a Great Fit If You:
- Can operate a directional drill, locate the drill head, or confidently perform both functions.
- Understand that accuracy and communication are essential during every bore.
- Take buried utilities and job-site safety seriously.
- Notice changes in soil conditions and adjust your approach accordingly.
- Take pride in maintaining equipment.
- Are willing to help with setup, excavation, cleanup, and other crew duties.
- Want to develop a long-term career in underground construction.
This Position Probably Isn’t for You If:
- You’re looking for a position that only involves sitting in equipment.
- You aren’t comfortable performing physical work.
- You don’t want to help with setup, cleanup, or general crew duties.
- You’re unable to start work in Glenlea at 6:00 a.m.
- You’re uncomfortable working outdoors in changing conditions.
- You don’t want occasional travel or out-of-town assignments.
About Precision Underground
Precision Underground Inc. is a locally owned underground construction company based in Glenlea, Manitoba.
We invest in practical training, mentorship, and professional development because we want our employees to build lasting careers. Team members who demonstrate strong skills, dependability, and leadership can take on increasing responsibility as the company grows.
How to Apply
Please submit your résumé along with a brief description of:
- Your directional drilling experience
- The drill rigs you have operated
- The locating systems you have used
- The driver’s licence you currently hold
Applicants selected for an interview may be asked to provide a current driver’s abstract.
Pay: $27.00-$34.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
Application question(s):
- Do you hold a valid Manitoba Class 5 driver’s licence?
- Can you reliably report to Glenlea for a 6:00 a.m. start?
Work Location: In person
