MI- Utility Locate Technician

GridHawk LLC; Howell (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays and PTO

Long‑Term Disability

Life insurance

Job summary

A utility services provider is seeking a Utility Locate Technician to accurately locate underground facilities, ensuring compliance with client and state regulations. Responsibilities include using specialized equipment, interpreting blueprints, and communicating effectively with customers. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work in diverse environments. This full-time position offers health, dental, and vision insurance, along with 401(k) matching and paid time off after 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency (GED) required.
• Must possess a state‑issued driver’s license.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and terrains.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs and walk/stand for long periods.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Background screening and DOT drug test required.
• Background check completed.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground facilities using transmitter and other equipment.
• Work in construction zones and various terrains.
• Interpret job order tickets and blueprints.
• Perform locates during regular, overtime, and holiday hours as needed to meet customer requirements.
• Communicate effectively with customers, co-workers, and third parties.
• Coordinate with management, contractors, and utility customers to avoid damage.
• Work with others in a supervised team environment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Ability to lift over 50 lbs

Reading and interpreting prints

Driver's license

Computer skills

Locating experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Utility locating equipment

Laptop

Smartphone

Job description

Utility Locate Technician

Utility Locate Technicians are responsible for accurately locating underground facilities, including electric power lines, gas lines, and fiber optic lines (minimal). This position ensures compliance with client and state requirements. Service duties include observing, locating, marking, and documenting underground and exposed utility locations. The technician will use multiple methods and may work independently or as part of a team under a supervisor. Ability to focus, skill, and use of tools are required. GridHawk LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employees can advance within the company, based on performance.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalency (GED)
• State‑issued driver’s license
• Ability to problem‑solve
• Ability to read, interpret, and decipher multiple types of prints
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs and walk/stand for multiple hours a day
• Excellent communication skills
• Pass a background screening (no violations within the last five years)
• Pass a DOT drug test
• Completed background check

Qualifications & Preferences

• Computer skills: 1 year (preferred)
• Utility locating experience: 1 year (preferred)
• Driver’s license (required)

Responsibilities

• Locate underground facilities using transmitter and other equipment
• Work in and walk over all types of terrain in construction zones and residential, commercial, industrial, and rural areas, in all weather conditions
• Interpret job order tickets, blueprints, and maps to route and perform duties efficiently
• Perform locates and emergency/on‑call locations during regular, overtime, and holiday hours as needed to meet customer requirements
• Perform all work in a timely, professional, and efficient manner while effectively communicating with customers, co‑employees, and third parties
• Communicate with management, contractors, and utility customers to ensure a damage‑free environment
• Work with others and in a supervised team environment

Equipment & Support

• Company vehicle, laptop, and smartphone
• Personal protective equipment provided
• All employees are assigned proper technology and work vehicles to perform duties

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Term Life Insurance
• Short‑Term Disability
• Long‑Term Disability
• Flexible Benefits Plan
• 401(k) savings plan (matched by company)
• Paid holidays and PTO (eligible for full‑time employees after 30 days of employment and maintaining an average of 30 hours per week)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule

• 10‑hour shift, Monday to Friday, on call, weekends as needed

Job Type

Full‑time

Location

On the road