Field Utility Locator

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

Job summary

The City of Bowling Green's Water Distribution/Wastewater Collection Division is hiring a full-time hourly employee to locate and mark water and sewer assets, update city GIS, and communicate with city officials, contractors, and the public. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 1–3 years of relevant experience, and a valid Ohio driver’s license.

Candidates must lift up to 50 pounds and work in all weather conditions; apply by 11/06/2026 to join the Bureau: Public

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 1–3 years relevant experience; valid Ohio driver’s license.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in all weather.
• Good communication and teamwork with city officials, contractors, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Locate water/sewer assets and coordinate with foremen, GIS staff, contractors, and the public.
• Operate location/inspection gear, GPS, and field data collection software.
• Occasionally lift up to 50 lb; work alone in varying weather.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

GPS usage

Field data tools

Education

High School diploma or equivalent; 1–3 years experience; Ohio Driver’s License

Job description

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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.

Bureau: Public Infrastructure

Division: Water Distribution and WW Collection

Deadline for applying is November 6, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. Questions may be directed to the Human Resources Department at [phone] or [e-mail].

The City of Bowling Green is an Equal Opportunity Employer