Field Underground Utility Locator – Electric & Safety Focus

NEW BRAUNFELS UTILITIES; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

NEW BRAUNFELS UTILITIES is seeking an Electric Utility Locate Technician in New Braunfels, TX to accurately locate underground facilities using spray paint, flags, maps, GIS data, and company equipment. The role requires driving a company vehicle, working outdoors, and operating independently, with adherence to safety practices.

Responsibilities include locating utilities in roadways and easements, reviewing drawings and records, documenting excavation notices, communicating with excavators and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• One or more years of work experience is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities including electric systems accurately using company equipment, maps, engineering documents, historical records and GIS data.
• Read and interpret maps, drawings and records to identify type, size and location of buried utilities.
• Document and close out excavation notices in the field.
• Communicate with excavators, utility personnel and others regarding projects.
• Perform light excavation with a shovel or probe to identify utilities when necessary.
• Open and close energized equipment and work around energized conductors.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area and adhere to safety regulations.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Safety awareness

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

GIS mapping tools

Job description

NEW BRAUNFELS UTILITIES is seeking an Electric Utility Locate Technician in New Braunfels, TX to accurately locate underground facilities using spray paint, flags, maps, GIS data, and company equipment. The role requires driving a company vehicle, working outdoors, and operating independently, with adherence to safety practices.

Responsibilities include locating utilities in roadways and easements, reviewing drawings and records, documenting excavation notices, communicating with excavators and