Field Underground Utilities Locator Technician

Benchmark, LLC; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark, LLC in Winchester, VA is seeking a Power/Fiber Technician to locate underground utilities and provide accurate locate services along the I-64 corridor. The role requires reading maps and blueprints, coordinating with client managers and crews, and ensuring safety and accuracy in every location.

The position involves outdoor work, potential after-hours on-call shifts, and lifting up to 50 pounds. A valid driver’s license and locator certification training are required.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn; locator certification training required.
• Ability to drive local roads, outdoors work, and independent operation.
• On-call duties may require hours outside normal schedule.
• Must lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds and traverse varied terrain.

Responsibilities

• Use equipment to locate underground facilities (power and fiber).
• Provide locate services along I-64 corridor.
• Coordinate with client managers and excavation crews daily.
• Interpret job orders and maps to ensure accurate locations.
• Read maps/blueprints to locate utilities accurately.

Skills

Driver's license

Read maps/blueprints

Communication with clients

Computer documentation

Walk/stand for long periods

Physical stamina

Education

Locator certification training

Job description

Benchmark, LLC in Winchester, VA is seeking a Power/Fiber Technician to locate underground utilities and provide accurate locate services along the I-64 corridor. The role requires reading maps and blueprints, coordinating with client managers and crews, and ensuring safety and accuracy in every location.

The position involves outdoor work, potential after-hours on-call shifts, and lifting up to 50 pounds. A valid driver’s license and locator certification training are required.