Utility Locator

About This Role

This role involves independently locating underground utilities in the field, marking their locations accurately, and documenting findings. The position is critical for preventing damage to infrastructure and ensuring public safety.

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 utilities
• Complete necessary documentation for each locate
• Photograph each locate

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

Nice to Have

• Previous outdoor experience

Benefits