Advanced Locate Technician

Blood Hound, LLC; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Monthly performance & revenue-basedBon

Company vehicle & fuel card

Top-tier equipment

DailyPay

Comprehensive insurance options

401(k) with company match

PTO & paid holidays

Shift differentials

USIC All Stars

Tenure Boots Program

Prescription eyewear plan

Education Partnership & Scholarship

Employee discounts & perks

Job summary

Blood Hound, USIC’s advanced locating division, seeks Advanced Locate Technicians to identify and mark underground utilities with the latest equipment. You’ll travel daily to sites, work with high-end tools, and contribute to safety and accuracy in every locate.

Join a team that values growth and rewards results, with competitive pay, bonuses, a company vehicle, and comprehensive benefits. This role requires 2+ years of locating experience and willingness to travel and obtain required

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a utility locator.
• Experience with an engineering or SUE firm is a plus.
• Experience locating multiple utility types in varied environments.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proficient with Windows-based computers and MS Office; able to learn new tech.
• Willing to travel daily; overtime and overnight travel may be required.
• Able to pass a fit-to-work physical.

Responsibilities

• Travel to job sites and use specialized equipment to identify, locate, and mark utilities and structures.
• Troubleshoot with industry knowledge to ensure safety and accuracy.
• Help grow Blood Hound’s reputation by delivering reliable results.
• Communicate professionally with job site contacts for a smooth locating process.
• Maintain clear communication with customers and co-workers in the field.

Skills

Utility locating

Communication

Customer service

Windows OS

MS Office

Travel readiness

Safety mindset

Tools

Windows OS

MS Office

Field equipment

Job description

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.

AtBlood 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 motivatedAdvanced Locate Technicianswho 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.

Why Blood Hound?

We don’t just offer jobs — we build careers. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive pay – $25–$29/hour based on experience.
• Monthly performance & revenue-based bonuses –Share in the success of the company through monthly performance bonus opportunities, where you’re eligible to receive a portion of the revenue you generate.
• High-quality company vehicle & fuel card – All work-related expenses are paid. This means you won't be putting mileage on your personal vehicle for work.
• Top-tier equipment – Company laptop, phone, and the newest, most advanced utility locating technology available.
• DailyPay – Access your pay when you need it.
• Comprehensive insurance options – A variety of excellent insurance choices including medical, dental, vision, and life.
• 401(k) with company match – We’ll help you save for the long term with our competitive 401(k) employer match program.
• PTO & paid holidays – Even in your first year, so you can spend time with your loved ones.
• Shift differentials – Earn extra money for work performed outside of normal business hours.
• USIC All Stars – Our employee recognition program. Earn points for living our company values and celebrating milestones. Redeem your points for gift cards or merchandise!
• Tenure Boots Program – $200 voucher to buy a new pair of work boots on your first anniversary and every year after.
• Prescription eyewear plan – This is on top of our standard vision benefits.
• Education Partnership & Scholarship Program – Discounted tuition for USIC employees, their spouses, and dependents through Indiana Tech (courses available online nationwide). Scholarships available for employees. Credit hours for completing our utility locator training curriculum and/or for military service.
• Employee discounts & perks – Outstanding discounts at major retailers and service providers.

What You’ll Do

• 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. This can include abandoned facilities, chemical transport, and other exotic utilities.
• 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.

What We’re Looking For

• 2+ years of experience as a public or private utilitylocator with proven accuracy and professionalism. Experience with an engineering or SUE firm is a plus.
• Experience locating multiple utilitytypesin a variety of environments.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Adept with technology, including Windows-based computers and Microsoft Office programs. Willing and able to learn new procedures and technologies.
• An individual that upholds our core values of Safety, Pride, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence on every task, every day.
• Ability to manage workload and deliver top-tier service independently.
• Available to travel to job sites daily. Work overtime and after hours as dictated by business needs. Overnight travel may also be required at times.
• Must pass afit-to-work physical.

AtBlood Hound, your effort is recognized, your growth is supported, and your success is rewarded.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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