Experienced Utility Locator - Independent Role & Benefits

Northern Lights & Jdh Contracting; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and

401(k) with company match

Independence in your assigned workarea

Modern locating technology

Nationwide project experience

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. in Grayslake, IL is seeking an experienced Utility Locator. You will locate underground utilities in compliance with 811 laws, read maps and GIS data, and mark utilities with paint and flags.

You’ll work with modern locating equipment, document all work via a mobile app, participate in on-call rotations, and maintain equipment across weather conditions. Salary is $20.00-$30.00 hourly with full-time benefits including health, 401(k), holidays, PTO, and

Qualifications

• Knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to pass a drug screen.
• Willingness to work overtime and flexible schedules.
• Maintain a tobacco-free company vehicle.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities in compliance with 811 laws and best practices.
• Read and interpret utility maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data.
• Use electronic locating equipment and multiple locating methods.
• Accurately mark utilities using paint and flags.
• Document all work using a mobile app, including photos and reports.
• Investigate and document excavation-related utility damages.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.

Skills

811 Law compliance

Territory management

Maps/GIS interpretation

Job description

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. in Grayslake, IL is seeking an experienced Utility Locator. You will locate underground utilities in compliance with 811 laws, read maps and GIS data, and mark utilities with paint and flags.

You’ll work with modern locating equipment, document all work via a mobile app, participate in on-call rotations, and maintain equipment across weather conditions. Salary is $20.00-$30.00 hourly with full-time benefits including health, 401(k), holidays, PTO, and