Independent Utility Locator – 811 Expert

nllocating; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and

401(k) with company match

Independence in your assigned workarea

Modern locating technology

Nationwide project experience

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking experienced Utility Locators to cover territory with 811 law expertise and a strong focus on accuracy. The role involves marking utilities, interpreting maps, and using advanced locating tools, with on-call rotations and nationwide project exposure.

Full-time employment offering competitive pay, benefits, and the freedom to operate with minimal micromanagement in a professional, safety-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps and as-built drawings.
• Familiarity with GIS data handling and interpretation.
• Experience using electronic locating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities in compliance with 811 dig laws.
• Read and interpret maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data.
• Use electronic locating equipment and multiple locating methods.
• Accurately mark utilities using paint and flags.
• Document all work using a mobile app with photos and reports.
• Investigate and document excavation-related damages.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.

Skills

811 laws

Map interpretation

GIS data interpretation

Read utility maps

Electronic locating equipment

Tools

Locating equipment

Job description

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking experienced Utility Locators to cover territory with 811 law expertise and a strong focus on accuracy. The role involves marking utilities, interpreting maps, and using advanced locating tools, with on-call rotations and nationwide project exposure.

Full-time employment offering competitive pay, benefits, and the freedom to operate with minimal micromanagement in a professional, safety-conscious environment.