Independent Utility Locator - 811 Specialist, Territory

Northern Lights & Jdh Contracting; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays

Insurance

401(k) with company match

Independence in territory

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to join our Goodyear, AZ team.

You will locate underground utilities in accordance with 811 laws, read maps and GIS data, and mark sites with paint and flags using electronic locating equipment. This full-time role offers independence in your territory, on-call rotation, competitive pay, benefits, and the support of modern locating technology.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Excellent communication with excavators, property owners, and team members.

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

Map interpretation

Independence

Self-motivated

Effective communication

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

GIS data

Mobile reporting app

Job description

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to join our Goodyear, AZ team.

You will locate underground utilities in accordance with 811 laws, read maps and GIS data, and mark sites with paint and flags using electronic locating equipment. This full-time role offers independence in your territory, on-call rotation, competitive pay, benefits, and the support of modern locating technology.