Independent Utility Locator – 811 Expert, Own Territory

Northern Lights Locating & Inspections Inc; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Independent territory

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to locate underground utilities in compliance with 811 dig laws. You will read maps, interpret GIS data, and use locating equipment to mark utilities with paint and flags.

You will document work via a mobile app and participate in on-call rotations. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of locating experience, valid driver’s license, and flexibility for overtime.

Qualifications

• 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 flexible schedules.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities in compliance with 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.

Skills

811 laws knowledge

Read maps GIS data

Independent worker

Effective communication

Territory management

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

Mobile app documentation

Job description

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to locate underground utilities in compliance with 811 dig laws. You will read maps, interpret GIS data, and use locating equipment to mark utilities with paint and flags.

You will document work via a mobile app and participate in on-call rotations. The ideal candidate has 2+ years of locating experience, valid driver’s license, and flexibility for overtime.