Independent Utility Locator (811) - Full-Time with Benefits

Northern Lights & Jdh Contracting; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD

401(k) with company match

Independence in your assigned area

Modern locating technology

Nationwide project experience

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator in Glendale Heights, IL. The role involves locating underground utilities in compliance with 811 laws, reading maps and GIS data, and accurately marking utilities.

You will document work via a mobile app and participate in an on-call rotation. Requires at least 2 years of utility locating experience, valid driver's license, and ability to pass a drug screen.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a drug screen.
• Willingness to work overtime and flexible schedules.
• Maintain a tobacco-free company vehicle.

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.
• Investigate and document excavation-related utility damages.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.

Skills

811 laws knowledge

Utility locating experience

Read maps and GIS data

Job description

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator in Glendale Heights, IL. The role involves locating underground utilities in compliance with 811 laws, reading maps and GIS data, and accurately marking utilities.

You will document work via a mobile app and participate in an on-call rotation. Requires at least 2 years of utility locating experience, valid driver's license, and ability to pass a drug screen.