Field Utility Locator

Bowling Green Economic Development; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Bowling Green is seeking a Field Utility Locator in the Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection Division. This full-time, hourly position involves locating and marking water and sewer assets and updating the city GIS, while communicating with city officials, contractors and the public.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–3 years of relevant experience, and a valid Ohio driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Locate water and sewer assets and mark their locations.
• Communicate with foremen, inspectors, GIS personnel, and contractors.
• Use location and inspection equipment, GPS, and field data collection systems.
• Lift up to 50 pounds and work alone in all weather conditions.
• Maintain and update City GIS with new assets.

Skills

Communication

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS

Field data collection software

Job description

Field Utility Locator

Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection Division

Pay Rate: $26.72 – $34.12 per hour

Summary:

This full-time, hourly position, represented by the Bowling Green Employee’s Organization union, is responsible for locating and marking all of water and sewer under or above ground assets. Collecting new assets and updating city GIS, communicating with city officials, contractors and the public.

Job Responsibilities:

Locate water and sewer assets, communicate directly with Foremen, Inspectors, GIS personnel, and contractors, and assist customers and the public. Must be able to use location and inspection equipment, GPS and field data collection systems, and other required software and programs. Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Must be willing to work alone and walk for long periods of time in all types of weather conditions.

The job description is available at: https://tinyurl.com/yc32p25x

Experience and Education Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent; one to three years of relevant experience; must maintain a valid Ohio Driver’s License. Any combination of education, training and work experience which provides the required skill sets to perform the essential functions of the job may also be considered.

Questions may be directed to the Human Resources Department at [phone] or [e-mail].

Deadline for applying is November 6, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

The City of Bowling Green is an Equal Opportunity Employer