Independent Utility Locator - Territory Freedom

nllocating; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Door-to-door pay

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD/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 who knows 811 law and takes pride in clean marks, with the freedom to run your territory without micromanagement.

This full-time, employee role offers nationwide project exposure and modern locating technology. We provide comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD insurance and a 401(k) with company match, along with independence in your assigned work area and nationwide project

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years utility locating experience
• Knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices
• Able to pass a drug screen
• Valid driver’s license
• 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

Knowledge of 811 laws

Valid Driver’s License

Pass drug screen

Overtime/flexible schedules

Tobacco-free vehicle

Attendance and punctuality

Electronic locating equipment

GIS data interpretation

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

GIS data software

Job description

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator who knows 811 law and takes pride in clean marks, with the freedom to run your territory without micromanagement.

This full-time, employee role offers nationwide project exposure and modern locating technology. We provide comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, STD/LTD insurance and a 401(k) with company match, along with independence in your assigned work area and nationwide project