Utility Locator

Dycom Industries, Inc.; Centreville-Wareham-Trinity; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Locator to join their team. In this role, you will learn essential utility locating techniques and safety protocols while working alongside experienced professionals. Your responsibilities will include operating specialized equipment, documenting findings, and ensuring the safety of construction projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment, with a strong emphasis on safety and professional growth. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career path with great benefits, this is the role for you.

Benefits

Paid Training Program

Weekly Paychecks

Company Vehicle and Fuel Card

Work Boot Voucher

Paid Time Off

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with Company Match

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older and authorized to work in the US.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply utility locating techniques and safety protocols.
• Document findings and mark underground utility lines.

Skills

Utility Locating Techniques

Safety Protocols

Documenting Findings

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Digital Mapping Tools

Utility Locating Equipment

Company Vehicle

Job description

Discover a more connected career with UtiliQuest

At UtiliQuest, as a Utility Locator, you'll learn safety rules and techniques to find underground utility lines. You'll work with experienced locators, use special tools, and record findings to ensure construction projects are safe and efficient.

UtiliQuest supports utility operators throughout America to prevent damages to their infrastructure. We utilize modern technologies and skilled professionals to deliver timely, reliable, and accurate locate services to protect utility operators’ infrastructure throughout America. We are committed to conducting business with the highest standards of integrity and ethics, and with abiding respect for corporate citizenship and sustainability.

Connecting you to great 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) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do as a Trainee Locator

• Learn utility locating techniques, safety protocols and how to operate equipment
• Develop an understanding of local utility infrastructure and regulations
• Partner with experienced Locators to mark underground utility lines
• Operate utility locating equipment
• Document findings using digital mapping tools
• Perform work in all weather conditions
• Operate company vehicle in a safe manner
• Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed

What you’ll need

• To 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 and carry 3-5 lb electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time, perform work in all weather conditions
• Occasionally: work in confined spaces and climb stairs, walk on uneven ground and terrain

Transferable or related skills for this role: Facility Maintenance, Technician, route driver, meter reading, landscaping, working outdoors, pest control, surveying, military, ready to work, underground utility locating, construction and laborer

Salary Range $18 - $22 / hr (based on experience)

*As required by Maryland regulation, the pay scale for this position is $18 - $22 / hr (Salary is commensurate with experience)

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

UtiliQuest, LLC (“UtiliQuest”) is a quality provider of damage prevention and infrastructure-related services specializing in underground facility locating serving the gas, electric, and telecommunications industries. Our experience, innovation, and commitment to providing value-added services have resulted in safer excavations, reduced damages, and improved data accuracy. This commitment combined with the people behind it is the foundation of our culture.

To learn more about our company and benefits, please visit our website UtiliQuest Careers

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

*As required by Maryland regulation, the pay scale for this position is $18 - $22 /hr (Salary is commensurate with experience)