Independent Utility Locator - Territory Freedom & Tech

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay (door to door)

Paid holidays and time off

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 and Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator for Park Ridge, IL. This full-time on-site role pays $20.00–$30.00 per hour and requires knowledge of 811 laws, reading maps, and precise marking of underground utilities.

You will work independently across your territory, operate electronic locating equipment, and document work via a mobile app with photos and reports. On-call rotation is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years utility locating experience
• 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

Read and interpret utility maps

Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best-

Ability to work independently

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

Mobile app for documentation

Job description

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator for Park Ridge, IL. This full-time on-site role pays $20.00–$30.00 per hour and requires knowledge of 811 laws, reading maps, and precise marking of underground utilities.

You will work independently across your territory, operate electronic locating equipment, and document work via a mobile app with photos and reports. On-call rotation is required.