Utility Locator

At UtiliQuest, you'll learn safety rules and techniques to find underground utility lines. We support utility operators throughout America to prevent damages to their infrastructure, reliably completing millions of locate requests each year to assist project owners and managers in achieving safer excavations and reducing damages to underground infrastructure. We utilize modern technologies and skilled professionals to deliver timely, reliable, and accurate locate services.

About the role

As a Utility Locator, you will work with experienced locators, use special tools, and record findings to ensure construction projects are safe and efficient. You will develop an understanding of local utility infrastructure and regulations, operate utility locating equipment, and document findings using digital mapping tools.

Responsibilities

• Learn utility locating techniques, safety protocols, and how to operate equipment
• Partner with experienced Locators to mark underground utility lines
• Operate utility locating equipment and document findings using digital mapping tools
• Operate company vehicle in a safe manner
• Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/after-hours responsibilities as needed
• Participate in classroom and field training sessions
• Complete and maintain all training
• Drive safely and follow company safe driving policies
• Maintain punctuality and attendance at all shifts and training sessions
• Perform manhole entry using assigned equipment and safety devices
• Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after hours
• Regular use of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and tools
• Reach overhead above the shoulders and horizontally; bend at the waist; stand and/or walk for extended periods of time
• Carry 3-5 lbs electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time; lift objects up to 50 pounds or in excess of 50 lbs with tool aids
• Hear and speak to exchange information
• Follow all safety rules at all times
• Work a flexible schedule (some evenings and weekends) as ticket/production load requires
• Respond to emergency calls during scheduled on-call shift rotation

Requirements

• Be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Valid State driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable MVR record

Physical Abilities & Exposures

• Routinely: work alone in remote locations with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicle, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, lift up to 55 pounds, use keyboard and mouse
• Occasionally: use portable ladder, work in confined spaces and climb stairs, walk on uneven ground and terrain
• Carry 3-5 lb electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time
• Perform work in all weather conditions

Transferable or related skills

• Facility Maintenance
• Technician
• Route driver
• Meter reading
• Landscaping
• Working outdoors
• Pest control
• Surveying
• Military experience
• Ready to work
• Underground utility locating
• Construction and laborer

Pay

The wage range for Utility Locator is $20.00 - $25.00 per hour.

Benefits

• Paid Training Program
• Weekly Paychecks
• Company “take home” Vehicle and fuel card
• Work boot voucher (Red Wing)
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance