Field Utility Locator (Project Team) – Training & Benefits

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training

Company vehicle

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking Utility Locate Technicians for its Project Teams in the Minneapolis area. This role involves outdoor fieldwork locating cables, pipes, and other underground utilities, with training provided for those without prior locating experience.

Overtime, weekends, and on-call work are expected. Responsibilities include marking utilities using APWA standards, reviewing plans, coordinating with multiple crews, and documenting findings.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to work outdoors in varied weather.
• Physical stamina to walk, bend and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Willing to train and learn locating skills.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Respond to locate requests within legal time limits.
• Mark utilities using APWA color codes.
• Read plans to identify underground utilities and conflicts.
• Coordinate with crews and inspectors to stage work.
• Operate locating equipment and document findings.
• Complete logs for locates and line crossings.
• Wear PPE and follow safety procedures.
• Participate in on-call rotation.

Skills

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Strong communication

Problem solving

Willing to train

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

APWA marking system

Job description

Lake Superior Consulting is seeking Utility Locate Technicians for its Project Teams in the Minneapolis area. This role involves outdoor fieldwork locating cables, pipes, and other underground utilities, with training provided for those without prior locating experience.

Overtime, weekends, and on-call work are expected. Responsibilities include marking utilities using APWA standards, reviewing plans, coordinating with multiple crews, and documenting findings.