MI- Utility Locate Technician

GridHawk LLC; Lambertville (MI); On-site; USD 27,552 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Laptop

Smartphone

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

GridHawk LLC in Michigan is seeking a dedicated Utility Locate Technician to accurately locate underground facilities and mark their locations on-site and in the field.

You will identify utility lines using multiple methods, document findings, and work in varying conditions while coordinating with customers and team members to ensure a safe, damage-free environment. This full-time role requires a valid driver's license and the ability to lift 50 lbs, with on-road duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• State-issued driver’s license.
• Background check with no violations in the last 5 years.
• DOT drug test.
• Ability to read and interpret multiple prints.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk or stand for long hours.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground facilities using transmitters and other methods.
• Work in various terrains around construction zones and areas in all weather conditions.
• Interpret job orders, blueprints, and maps to route and perform duties.
• Perform locates during regular, overtime, and holiday hours as needed.
• Communicate with customers, co-employees, and third parties professionally.
• Coordinate with management, contractors, and utility customers to ensure a damage-free environment.
• Maintain knowledge of technology and tools used in locating.
• Collaborate with others in a supervised team environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Reading blueprints

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

1 year computer skills

1 year utility locating

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 is a key component in ensuring that the area complies with client and state requirements. Service duties include observing, locating, marking, and documenting underground and exposed utility locations. The technician will use multiple methods to locate and verify utilities for the client. Technicians can work independently or in a team environment and will work under an assigned supervisor. Performing this job requires focus, skill, and the use of machinery and/or tools.

GridHawk LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employees can advance within the company based on performance.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground facilities using transmitters and other methods.
• Work in and walk over all types of terrain in and around construction zones, residential, commercial, industrial, and rural areas in all weather conditions.
• Interpret job order tickets, blueprints, and maps to efficiently route and perform duties.
• Perform locates and emergency/on‑call locates during regular, overtime, and holiday hours as necessary to meet customer needs.
• 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.
• Maintain knowledge of technology and tools needed.
• Work with others and in a supervised team environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency (GED).
• State‑issued driver’s license.
• Background check with no violations in the last 5 years.
• DOT drug test.
• Ability to problem solve and read, interpret, and decipher multiple types of prints.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs.
• Ability to walk/stand for multiple hours a day.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Company vehicle, laptop, and smartphone.
• All personal protective equipment provided.
• Health, dental, term life, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, vision insurance.
• Flexible benefits plan.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Paid holidays and PTO for regular, full‑time employees working an average of 30 hours per week.

Schedule

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

Job Type

Full‑time.

Education & Experience

• High school or equivalent (required). Preferred: 1 year computer skills, 1 year utility locating.

License/Certification

• Driver’s license (required).

Work Location

On the road.