Independent Utility Locator — 811 Expert, Flexible Territory

Northern Lights & Jdh Contracting; Vincennes (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays and paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and

401(k) with company match

Independence in your assigned workarea

Modern locating technology

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to cover territory with independence and minimal supervision in Vincennes, IN. The role focuses on precise marking, robust documentation, and reliable GIS interpretation while adhering to 811 laws.

We offer full-time employment with competitive hourly pay, benefits, and the opportunity to work with modern locating technology across nationwide projects. Experience and a driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years utility locating experience.
• Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data.
• Willingness to work overtime and on-call rotations.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities in compliance with all 811 dig laws.
• Read and interpret utility 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 including photos and reports.
• Investigate and document excavation-related utility damages.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.

Skills

811 laws knowledge

territory independence

valid driver’s license

drug screen

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

GIS data interpretation

Job description

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to cover territory with independence and minimal supervision in Vincennes, IN. The role focuses on precise marking, robust documentation, and reliable GIS interpretation while adhering to 811 laws.

We offer full-time employment with competitive hourly pay, benefits, and the opportunity to work with modern locating technology across nationwide projects. Experience and a driver’s license are required.