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Locator - Locate Services Division (Jefferson City, MO)

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection

Missouri

On-site

USD 10,000 - 60,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Utility Locators to join their team. This role involves locating underground utilities, preparing detailed reports, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience and be comfortable working independently while having access to a supportive team. With competitive pay and benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to essential services that protect our communities. If you are self-motivated and enjoy working outdoors, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401(k) Plan with Match

Qualifications

2 years of locator experience required.
Ability to read utility maps and civil engineering drawings.
Comfortable using various locating methods.

Responsibilities

Locate underground utilities based on 811 tickets.
Prepare reports and document work completed.
Investigate damage to underground utilities.

Skills

Utility Location

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

G.I.S. Software

Utility Mapping Tools

Cell Phone App

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Base pay range

$20.00/hr - $26.00/hr

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

LOCATION: Jefferson City, MO and surrounding area

TENTATIVE START DATE: February 24, 2025

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!

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Utilities

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