Field Utility Locator — Travel‑Heavy, GPS Mapping, 811

nllocating; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Holidays and Vacation Time

Affordable benefits including Medical,

401(k) Plan – with match!

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection Inc is seeking a Private Utility Locator to locate underground utilities for clients and property owners under 811 tickets, perform site inspections, GPS mapping, and document findings. The role requires travel and reliable on-call coverage to support excavations and ensure safety.

The candidate must read maps and drawings, operate GPS and GIS tools, and maintain equipment.

Qualifications

• Know best locate practices, procedures and 811 law.
• Read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings.
• Maintain cleanliness and good operating condition of all provided equipment and vehicle.
• Ability to maintain a Tobacco free vehicle.
• Locate underground utilities using multiple methods of locating.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Maintain small- to medium-sized equipment and trucks.
• Complete paperwork and documentation.
• Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Attention to Detail.
• Be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to Travel (75% +).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able to pass a drug screen.
• Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification.
• Must be available to work varying schedules and overtime.
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets per 811 dig laws.
• Perform hand hole inspections and documentation.
• GPS utility mapping.
• Uses utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, G.I.S. information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment
• Utilizes flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities
• Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved
• Take pictures of utility line located for each 811 ticket
• Investigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities
• Candidates need to be comfortable with using Cell phone-based app to record locating marks for clients property for excavators and property owners. App holds photos and enables locators to complete all documents needed for locate
• On-call rotation

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem-solving

Team player

Safety focused

Willingness to travel

Tools

GPS mapping equipment

Utility maps reading

GIS software

Cell phone app locator

Job description

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection Inc is seeking a Private Utility Locator to locate underground utilities for clients and property owners under 811 tickets, perform site inspections, GPS mapping, and document findings. The role requires travel and reliable on-call coverage to support excavations and ensure safety.

The candidate must read maps and drawings, operate GPS and GIS tools, and maintain equipment.