Independent Utility Locator – Territory-Based 811 Expert

Northern Lights Locating & Inspections Inc; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (door-to-door)

Paid holidays and PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and

401(k) with company match

Independence in your assigned workarea

Nationwide project experience

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to support projects in Schaumburg, IL.

Expect to locate underground utilities, read maps and GIS data, and document work using a mobile app as part of a nationwide service footprint. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of locating experience, a solid understanding of 811 laws, a valid driver’s license, and is available for overtime and on-call duties in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years utility locating experience.
• Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
• Ability to read maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data.
• Willingness to work overtime and in all weather conditions.

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 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

2+ years locating experience

GIS data interpretation

Read utility maps

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

Job description

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to support projects in Schaumburg, IL.

Expect to locate underground utilities, read maps and GIS data, and document work using a mobile app as part of a nationwide service footprint. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of locating experience, a solid understanding of 811 laws, a valid driver’s license, and is available for overtime and on-call duties in all weather conditions.