Line Locating Technician – Underground Utility Audits

Black & Veatch Corporation; Texas; On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Electric Enterprises seeks an experienced line locator to verify markings and locate underground utilities in accordance with state regulations and client requirements. You will operate Magna-Trak equipment, review locate requests, and ensure safety and compliance on every site.

Responsibilities include training, mapping findings, and coordinating with operations to resolve conflicts. A strong safety mindset and NEC knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in electrical craft with NEC knowledge.
• Licenses/certifications for the jurisdiction are required.
• Tools and safety training must be current.

Responsibilities

• Verify line locating accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Operate line locating equipment at job sites.
• Maintain safety during all field activities and driving duties.
• Review excavation markings against locate requests from the state/client.
• Walk sites to identify conflicts and report findings to operations.
• Train trainees on Magna-Trak locator use and procedures.
• Prepare findings maps and checklists for excavation proceedings.
• Participate in pre-job safety planning and incident investigations.

Skills

Line locating

Safety awareness

Regulatory compliance

Vehicle operation

Tools

Magna-Trak Magnet Locator

Job description

Bird Electric Enterprises seeks an experienced line locator to verify markings and locate underground utilities in accordance with state regulations and client requirements. You will operate Magna-Trak equipment, review locate requests, and ensure safety and compliance on every site.

Responsibilities include training, mapping findings, and coordinating with operations to resolve conflicts. A strong safety mindset and NEC knowledge are essential.