Senior Utility Locating Technician

Underground Solutions, Inc; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Underground Solutions, Inc. is hiring a Senior Utility Locating Technician in Escondido, CA. This full-time, on-site role involves using advanced technology to locate and mark underground utilities, ensuring accurate data reporting. Key responsibilities include performing utility locates, troubleshooting challenges, and collaborating with clients and teams. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in operating electromagnetic utility locating equipment and excellent communication abilities. The position requires a valid driver's license and the ability to work in diverse conditions.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in operating and troubleshooting Electromagnetic utility locating equipment.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills to address locating challenges efficiently.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Perform utility locates using state‑of‑the‑art technology.
• Communicate with clients and ensure accurate data reporting.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver high‑quality utility exploration services.

Skills

Electromagnetic utility locating equipment

Troubleshooting skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Physical ability for fieldwork

Tools

Windows based laptop computer

Electromagnetic meters

Job description

Underground Solutions, Inc. (USI) is a leader in subsurface utility exploration in Southern California. Using an air-vacuum excavation method combined with PositiveID locating technology, USI precisely locates utilities with zero damage, while enhancing visibility and accuracy. By leveraging advanced tools such as GPR, Electromagnetic Locating, and Concrete Scanning, USI provides faster, cost‑efficient, and reliable underground utility data. The company partners with design and civil engineering firms, municipalities, water districts, and contractors to support diverse utility locating needs before excavation projects.

Role Description

The Senior Utility Locating Technician is a full‑time, on‑site role based in Escondido, CA. This position involves using state‑of‑the‑art technology to locate and mark underground utilities. Day‑to‑day activities include performing utility locates, operating specialized equipment, troubleshooting locating challenges, communicating with clients, and ensuring accurate and timely data reporting. The Technician will collaborate with teams to deliver high‑quality utility exploration services.

Qualifications

• Strong proficiency in operating and troubleshooting, use of Electromagnetic utility locating equipment, including use of meters and related tools
• Understanding of utilities systems and the fundamentals of underground utility variables
• Excellent troubleshooting skills to address locating challenges efficiently
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with clients and team members effectively
• Ability to work independently and prioritize in a fast‑paced, on‑site environment
• Experience with air‑vacuum excavation methods or related technology is a plus
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to travel locally
• Physical ability to perform fieldwork in diverse conditions
• Use of Windows based laptop computer and software
• Knowledge of how to read utility maps
• Ability to provide accurate locates, documentation and maps
• Represent the company in a professional manner to our clients