Field Utility Locator - Training, Benefits & On-Call Pay

USIC; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Company vehicle

Fuel card

DailyPay

Insurance options

401(k) with company match

PTO & holidays

On-call pay

CPP – Career Path Program

USIC All Stars

Boots program

Job summary

USIC is hiring locators to locate and mark underground utilities in outdoor field environments. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and timely documentation, with full-time daytime hours and a comprehensive training program.

A valid driver’s license and ability to work in varied weather are required. New hires start at $21.00/hour, with experienced locators earning up to $33.00/hour, reflecting prior locating experience and performance.

Qualifications

• Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Proficiency with technology.
• Available to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed.
• Able to pass a drug screen.
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Able to work in a confined space; walk, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to distinguish between colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities.
• Able to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, maps and prints.
• Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities safely and efficiently, including telecom, electric, gas, water, and sewer systems.
• Mark the location and complete required documentation; photograph each locate.

Skills

Outdoor work

Technology proficiency

Overtime/weekend availability

Drug screening

Driver's license

Color–code recognition

Reading locate tickets/maps

Clear communication

Job description

USIC is hiring locators to locate and mark underground utilities in outdoor field environments. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and timely documentation, with full-time daytime hours and a comprehensive training program.

A valid driver’s license and ability to work in varied weather are required. New hires start at $21.00/hour, with experienced locators earning up to $33.00/hour, reflecting prior locating experience and performance.