Utility Locator

About the role

Prairie Engineers is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to join our team. We are a growing and progressive business offering opportunities for career advancement, a diverse range of clients, and varied projects across the nation.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret utility plans/maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data to identify the type and size of utilities.
• Maintain and operate various utility designating equipment to locate and mark utilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
• Maintain and operate vacuum excavation equipment to expose (test hole) targeted utilities.
• Collect field data, create sketches, take photos, and complete checklists to document investigation findings.
• Produce detailed, accurate, and reliable field data and reports.
• Communicate and coordinate with coworkers, clients, and utility representatives.
• Participate in QA/QC project reviews.

Requirements

• Experience: 2+ years in private locating; demonstrated experience with multiple utility types and operating a variety of relevant utility detection tools; addition of subsurface utility engineering and/or surveying experience with CAD software and GIS applications is a plus.
• Software: Microsoft Office Suite; ability to quickly learn and understand new software.
• Knowledge: Utility types, advanced designating methods; basic understanding of construction plans, maps, and engineering drawings.
• Travel: Able to travel and work nights/weekends as project schedules require.
• Safety: Valid driver's license with insurable driving record; able to pass background check, preemployment and random drug screens; able to walk equivalent of several miles daily and lift up to 80 lbs. consistently.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with insurable driving record.
• Able to pass background check, preemployment and random drug screens.
• Able to walk equivalent of several miles daily and lift up to 80 lbs. consistently.

Skills

• Professional, respectful, and team-oriented work ethic.
• Positive engagement with challenges, problem-solving, and initiative-taking.
• Open, proactive, and prompt communication skills.

Benefits

Salary range: $19.00-$30.00 per hour determined by education, experience, and knowledge, skills and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external benchmarking. Check the Careers page at prairieengineers.com for details on the generous benefits package available, including 401(k), medical insurance on day one, professional development, and to find out why employees chose to join our team.