Senior Underground Utility Locator & Damage Prevention

SYTE Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

SYTE Corp is seeking an Experienced Damage Prevention Technician in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves accurately locating and marking underground utilities to ensure public safety and compliance with state laws.

Ideal candidates should have 2–5 years of utility locating experience, knowledge of APWA standards, and strong problem-solving skills. You will operate advanced locating equipment and collaborate with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years utility locating experience preferred.
• Knowledge of APWA utility marking standards.
• Strong understanding of damage prevention practices.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 811 locate requests within required timelines.
• Accurately locate and mark underground utilities.
• Interpret utility maps and operate locating equipment.

Skills

Utility locating experience

Knowledge of APWA marking standards

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Electromagnetic locators

Ground penetrating radar (GPR)

GPS/GIS devices

Job description

SYTE Corp is seeking an Experienced Damage Prevention Technician in Chicago, Illinois. This role involves accurately locating and marking underground utilities to ensure public safety and compliance with state laws.

Ideal candidates should have 2–5 years of utility locating experience, knowledge of APWA standards, and strong problem-solving skills. You will operate advanced locating equipment and collaborate with various stakeholders.