Independent Utility Locator – Nationwide Projects

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc.; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (door-to-door)

Paid holidays and paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and

LTD insurance

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 an experienced Utility Locator to join our nationwide team.

You will locate underground utilities in compliance with 811 laws, read maps and GIS data, operate locating equipment, and accurately mark utilities with paint and flags. This full-time, employee role offers independence in your assigned area, on-call rotation, and strong operational support with 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.
• Experience using electronic locating equipment and multiple locating methods.
• Willingness to work overtime and flexible schedules.

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

Map reading & GIS data interpretation

Independent worker

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

Job description

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

You will locate underground utilities in compliance with 811 laws, read maps and GIS data, operate locating equipment, and accurately mark utilities with paint and flags. This full-time, employee role offers independence in your assigned area, on-call rotation, and strong operational support with modern locating technology.