Locator - Locate Services Division (Dixon, IL)

Northern Lights Locating & Inspections Inc; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Holidays

Affordable benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) Plan – with match

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspections Inc. is seeking a full-time Utility Locator in Dixon, IL. Responsibilities include locating underground utilities, preparing documentation, and maintaining provided equipment. Candidates must have 2 years of locator experience and be comfortable using technology for documentation.

The job offers competitive pay and benefits such as paid holidays, vacation time, and a 401(k) plan with match. Candidates must be willing to travel extensively and work in all weather conditions.

Join our team and contribute to ensuring utility safety across the United States!

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in utility locating required.
• Must know 811 law and best practices.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to obtain DOT physical certification.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities based on 811 tickets.
• Prepare documentation and reports for work completed.
• Investigate and document damages to underground utilities.

Skills

Utility locating practices

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

G.I.S. information

Utility maps

Pipe locating equipment

Cell phone-based app

Job description

Job Details Job Location: Dixon, IL 61021 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $20.00 - $28.00 Hourly Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. was created in March of 2001 to provide services to clients with a need to protect their utility networks. Not just a ‘Paint and Flag’ service, Northern Lights delivers locating and inspection expertise that goes beyond that of traditional utility location. Northern Lights provides protection to our customers utility 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have since expanded into Sewer Imaging, inspection, and locating sewer mains/laterals using the latest technology on the market. We also perform Inspection work/services on utility project throughout the United States.

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection Inc is looking for Utility Locators. We offer competitive pay, great benefits and a paid time off program. We focus on allowing our locators to run their area independently as needed but there is a support system in place for them as well. Please apply and join the Northern Lights Team!

NORTHERN LIGHTS UTILITY LOCATOR

STATUS: Full Time, Employee

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: 2 years Locator experience required.

JOB SUMMARY

• Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets per 811 dig laws
• Uses utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, G.I.S. information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment
• Utilizes flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities
• Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved
• Take pictures of utility line located for each 811 ticket
• Investigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities
• Candidates need to be comfortable with using Cell phone-based app to record locating marks for clients property for excavators and property owners. App holds photos and enables locators to complete all documents needed for locate
• On-call rotation

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Know best locate practices, procedures and 811 law
• Read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings
• Maintain cleanliness and good operating condition of all provided equipment and vehicle
• Ability to maintain a Tobacco free vehicle
• Locate underground utilities using multiple methods of locating
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions
• Maintain small- to medium-sized equipment and trucks
• Complete paperwork and documentation
• Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
• Attention to Detail
• Be able to work in all weather conditions
• Willingness to Travel (75% +)
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able to pass a drug screen
• Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification.
• Must be available to work varying schedules and overtime
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Self-motivated and able to learn quickly
• Team oriented and have exemplary character.
• Safety focused

NORTHERN LIGHTS OFFERS

• Competitive pay
• Paid Holidays and Vacation Time.
• Affordable benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD and Life
• 401(k) Plan – with match!