Independent Utility Locator – Nationwide Projects & Technology

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays and PTO

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 field team in Indiana.

This full-time role offers independence, territory ownership, and the chance to work with advanced locating technology on nationwide projects. You will locate underground utilities in compliance with 811 laws, read utility maps and GIS data, mark utilities with paint and flags, document work via a mobile app, and participate in an on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years utility locating experience.
• 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.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality.

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

Independent work

Effective communication

Punctuality

Safety awareness

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

GIS data interpretation

Mobile app documentation

Job description

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

This full-time role offers independence, territory ownership, and the chance to work with advanced locating technology on nationwide projects. You will locate underground utilities in compliance with 811 laws, read utility maps and GIS data, mark utilities with paint and flags, document work via a mobile app, and participate in an on-call rotation.