Outdoor Utility Locator & Drop-Bury Technician

USIC; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid training

Company vehicle & fuel card

Company phone & equipment

DailyPay

Comprehensive insurance options

401(k) with company match

PTO & paid holidays

Career Path Program

USIC All Stars

Tenure Boots Program

Education Partnership & Scholarship

Employee discounts & perks

Job summary

USIC seeks a Drop Bury Technician to locate underground utilities and perform drop bury work at residential or commercial sites. You’ll use locating equipment, trenching tools, and company systems to ensure safe, accurate installations.

Responsibilities include documenting work, communicating with customers, and adhering to OSHA guidelines while providing top-quality service. Training is provided and a career path program supports growth.

Qualifications

• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions is required.
• Ability to operate electronic locating equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with safe driving record.
• Walk long distances, lift up to 75 lbs, and perform manual labor.
• Ability to read locate tickets and reference maps/prints.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicle to outdoor job sites and perform locates.
• Reference records, maps, and prints to locate facilities.
• Use locating equipment and procedures for accurate locates.
• Operate digging equipment or hand tools to bore trenches (6-8 inches).
• Use smartphone/software to log time and locate statuses for billing.
• Follow safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Take photos and document locating work for compliance.
• Check equipment and supplies daily for readiness.
• Coordinate with utility reps and customers to maintain relations.
• Demonstrate professional and respectful behavior.

Skills

Outdoor work

Interpersonal comms

Problem solving

Safety focus

Reading maps/prints

Computer literacy

Education

None

Tools

Locating equipment

Smartphone/software use

Digging equipment

Job description

USIC seeks a Drop Bury Technician to locate underground utilities and perform drop bury work at residential or commercial sites. You’ll use locating equipment, trenching tools, and company systems to ensure safe, accurate installations.

Responsibilities include documenting work, communicating with customers, and adhering to OSHA guidelines while providing top-quality service. Training is provided and a career path program supports growth.