Outdoor Utility Locator & Drop-Bury Tech

USIC Locating Services, LLC in; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid training

High-quality company vehicle & fuel卡

Company phone & equipment

DailyPay

Comprehensive insurance options

401(k) with company match

PTO & paid holidays

Career Path Program (CPP)

USIC All Stars

Tenure Boots Program

Education Partnership & Scholarship

Employee discounts & perks

Job summary

USIC Locating Services, LLC in Rochester, MN seeks Drop Bury Technicians to locate underground utilities and perform bury work on residential and commercial sites. You will use locating equipment, reference maps, and trench or bore cable lines about 6–8 inches deep, while documenting each locate for billing and safety compliance.

The role requires outdoor work, valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions for extended periods
• Computer proficiency and the ability to use and interpret various electronic locating equipment
• Ability to pass a drug screen (safety-sensitive position)
• Valid driver's license and a safe driving record
• Ability to walk long distances, bend, kneel, and lift frequently (up to 75 lbs.); ability to work in a confined space
• Ability to do manual labor utilizing hand tools to dig or bore 6-8 inches in depth for up to 100 feet
• Ability to distinguish between colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities
• Ability to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, as well as maps and prints
• Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and property owners
• Ability to perform efficiently with minimal direct supervision
• Previous utility industry/locating/drop bury experience or other outdoor work experience is beneficial but not required
• Experience with operating digging equipment (vibratory plows or boring machines) is preferred but not required
• Experience with operating fiber fusion splicers is highly preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicle to assigned outdoor job sites and perform locates and drop bury tickets as assigned
• Understand and reference records, maps, and prints to accurately locate and mark underground facilities
• Utilize locating equipment and follow locating procedures to ensure accurate, quality locates
• Operate digging equipment and/or use hand tools to trench or bore cable lines (typically 6-8 inches deep)
• Use smartphone and company/customer software to indicate time worked and identify underground facilities located and drop bury tickets completed for billing purposes
• Adhere to all safety procedures and regulations, including OSHA and company guidelines
• Take and process photos and complete any documentation needed
• Check equipment/supplies daily to ensure you have adequate supplies and equipment is fully operational
• Interact with utility representatives, contractors, property owners, and/or teammates to coordinate work and maintain favorable relations
• Demonstrate professional and respectful behavior

Skills

Outdoor work

Computer skills

Drug screening

Driver's license

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Independent work

Tools

Locating equipment

Digging equipment

Hand tools

Smartphone & software

Job description

USIC Locating Services, LLC in Rochester, MN seeks Drop Bury Technicians to locate underground utilities and perform bury work on residential and commercial sites. You will use locating equipment, reference maps, and trench or bore cable lines about 6–8 inches deep, while documenting each locate for billing and safety compliance.

The role requires outdoor work, valid driver's license, and the ability to lift up to 75 lbs.