Independent Utility Locator – Territory Lead (811 Expert)

Northern Lights & Jdh Contracting; Elburn (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid holidays & PTO

Medical, dental, vision, life, STD & L

401(k) with company match

Independence in your territory

Modern locating technology

Nationwide project experience

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator in Elburn, IL to join our nationwide specialty teams.

If you know 811 laws, pride yourself on clean marks, and want the freedom to manage your territory, we want to hear from you. This full-time employee role requires at least 2 years of locating experience, the ability to work in all weather, pass a drug screen, and communicate effectively with excavators and property owners.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years utility locating experience.
• Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to pass drug screen.

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

Utility locating

811 laws

Independent work

On-call

Attention to detail

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

Job description

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. is seeking an experienced Utility Locator in Elburn, IL to join our nationwide specialty teams.

If you know 811 laws, pride yourself on clean marks, and want the freedom to manage your territory, we want to hear from you. This full-time employee role requires at least 2 years of locating experience, the ability to work in all weather, pass a drug screen, and communicate effectively with excavators and property owners.