Independent Utility Locator – Nationwide Projects & Tech

Northern Lights Locating & Inspections Inc; North Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; 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

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc is seeking an experienced Utility Locator. The role emphasizes accurate utility location, compliance with 811 laws, and independence to manage your territory without micromanagement.

Responsibilities include reading maps, using electronic locating equipment, and documenting work via a mobile app. Candidates should be able to work in all weather and support on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
• Able to read utility maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and maintain 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 via mobile app including photos & reports.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.

Skills

811 laws

Mark utilities accurately

Read maps & GIS data

Excellent communication

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

Mobile data app usage

Job description

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc is seeking an experienced Utility Locator. The role emphasizes accurate utility location, compliance with 811 laws, and independence to manage your territory without micromanagement.

Responsibilities include reading maps, using electronic locating equipment, and documenting work via a mobile app. Candidates should be able to work in all weather and support on-call rotations.