Experienced Utility Line Locator

UtiliQuest, LLC; Fairview (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Holidays

401(k) w/ Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Pet insurance

Job summary

UtiliQuest, LLC is seeking a Locator III to independently mark standard, complex, and unique underground utilities with flags and paint, ensuring project safety and efficiency. You will operate detection equipment, read utility maps, document locates, respond to excavation notices, and communicate clearly with crew members; overtime and travel may be required.

We offer weekly pay, PTO, parental leave, holidays, 401(k) with company match, stock purchase plan, education reimbursement, legal

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years locating experience.
• Valid state driver's license with clean driving record.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• 1 year plus locate experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate detection equipment to locate and mark all facility types and all ticket types in any area.
• Troubleshoot difficult locates and help in locating high-profile cable lines.
• Performs audits or damage investigations as assigned by supervisor
• Read utility maps to find underground utilities correctly
• Document all locates
• Respond promptly and courteously to excavation notices
• Communicate well with excavators, utility representatives, and company staff
• Dig lightly with a shovel when necessary
• Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed
• Perform work in all weather conditions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Discover a more connected career

At UtiliQuest, LLC, as a Locator III, you’ll independently mark standard, complex & unique underground utilities with flags and paint to help ensure projects are safe and efficient.

Benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

Connecting You To Great Benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• 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

• Operate detection equipment to locate and mark all facility types and all ticket types in any area
• Troubleshoot difficult locates and help in locating high-profile cable lines.
• Performs audits or damage investigations as assigned by supervisor
• Read utility maps to find underground utilities correctly
• Document all locates
• Respond promptly and courteously to excavation notices
• Communicate well with excavators, utility representatives, and company staff
• Dig lightly with a shovel when necessary
• Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed
• Perform work in all weather conditions

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
• A minimum of three years locating experience
• Valid State driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
• 1 year plus locate exp

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: work alone in remote locations with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicle, squeeze, find hand motion, bend, stoop, walk, lift up to 55 pounds, use keyboard and mouse
• Occasionally: use portable ladder, work in confined spaces and climb stairs

The wage range for Experienced Utility Line Locator is $25.00 - $30.00.

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.

Building stronger solutions together

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.