Independent Utility Locator — Nationwide Projects & Tech

Northern Lights Locating & Inspections Inc; Poplarville (MS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (door to door)

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and

LTD insurance

401(k) with company match

Independence in your assigned area

Modern locating technology

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to cover territory with a strong emphasis on accuracy and safety. Expect to work in all weather, read maps and GIS data, and mark utilities precisely using paint and flags.

You will use electronic locating tools, document field work via a mobile app, and participate in on-call rotations while enjoying comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of utility locating experience.
• Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and maintain a tobacco-free 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 with 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

Read maps/GIS data

Effective communication

Independent work

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

Mobile reporting app

GIS data interpretation

Job description

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to cover territory with a strong emphasis on accuracy and safety. Expect to work in all weather, read maps and GIS data, and mark utilities precisely using paint and flags.

You will use electronic locating tools, document field work via a mobile app, and participate in on-call rotations while enjoying comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.