Utility Locator

About This Role

This role involves independently working in the field to accurately locate and mark underground utilities. It directly contributes to public safety by preventing damage to critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Correctly, safely, and efficiently locate underground utilities including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer systems
• Thoroughly search for underground utilities in a designated area
• Accurately mark the location of underground utilities
• Complete necessary documentation for each locate
• Photograph each locate
• Work overtime, weekend shifts, and on-call shifts as business needs dictate

Requirements

• Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Computer proficiency
• Available to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed
• Able to pass a drug screen
• Safe driving record
• Able to work in a confined space
• Able to walk, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to distinguish between colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities
• Able to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, maps and prints
• Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners

Qualifications

• No prior locating experience needed, but experienced locators are encouraged to apply.

Nice to Have

• Previous outdoor experience
• Substantial prior locating experience

Benefits