Advanced Locate Technician

About the role

Join the Team That Sets the Standard in Utility Locating Ready to take your career to the next level with a company that truly values integrity, hard work, and growth? Blood Hound is USIC’s specialized division for advanced locating and infrastructure services. Using the most advanced electromagnetic locating equipment and ground-penetrating radar technology, Blood Hound accurately identifies and marks underground utilities and structures – including those unlocatable by traditional methods. Our capabilities extend even further with comprehensive utility mapping powered by patented drone technology and robotic camera sewer inspection, providing an unmatched level of precision and insight. At Blood Hound, we do more than locate utilities — we protect lives, prevent damage, and support the success of our customers every single day. Our technicians are the industry's most experienced, with an average of five years in the field. Coupled with ongoing, comprehensive training and the industry's most stringent certifications, our team is trusted to deliver the safest and highest quality underground utility locating and advanced infrastructure services. We’re looking for motivated Advanced Locate Technicians who take pride in their craft and want to grow with a company that rewards results. You’ll use advanced tools, problem-solving skills, and field expertise to locate and mark underground utilities with precision. The selected candidate may reside anywhere within the Sioux Falls, SD area. This position covers but is not limited to: Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, and Minnesota (as necessary).

Responsibilities

• Travel to job sites and use company-provided, specialized equipment to accurately identify, locate, and mark all underground utilities and structures within scope, including those unlocatable by traditional methods and regardless of ownership or type.
• Troubleshoot using your industry knowledge, advanced observational skills, problem-solving skills, deductive reasoning, and attention to detail to ensure safety and accuracy in every locate.
• Help grow Blood Hound’s reputation by delivering reliable, professional results every time.
• Communicate professionally with job site contacts to ensure a smooth, safe, and complete locating process.
• Maintain clear, courteous communication with customers and co-workers in the field.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience as a public or private utility locator with proven accuracy and professionalism.
• Experience with an engineering or SUE firm is a plus.