Trouble Locate Technician/Advanced Utility Locator - Georgia Location

SYTE Corp; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SYTE Corp is seeking a Trouble Locate Technician specializing in complex underground utility investigations in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of advanced locating experience and strong troubleshooting skills.

This role entails using advanced locating technologies and analyzing electromagnetic signals to ensure safe excavation practices. The position requires field experience and the ability to work in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years advanced locating experience strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of underground utility infrastructure.
• Experience in high-density utility environments.

Responsibilities

• Investigate complex utility locating issues.
• Perform advanced electromagnetic and signal analysis.
• Support excavation crews during high-risk digs.

Skills

Advanced locating experience

Knowledge of underground utility infrastructure

Troubleshooting and analytical skills

Ability to interpret complex utility prints

Tools

GPR

Induction locating

Passive sweeps

Sonde locating

Signal tracing

Job description

The Trouble Locate Technician – Advanced Utility Locator specializes in difficult, congested, or high-risk underground utility investigations where standard locating methods are insufficient. This role requires advanced troubleshooting expertise, critical thinking, and extensive field experience. Location: Georgia

Key Responsibilities:

• Investigate complex utility locating issues and unmarked facilities.
• Perform advanced electromagnetic and signal analysis.
• Locate utilities in congested urban environments and major infrastructure corridors.
• Verify utility depth, direction, and continuity.
• Support excavation crews during high-risk digs and emergency work.
• Utilize advanced locating technologies including:
  • GPR.
  • Induction locating.
  • Passive sweeps.
  • Sonde locating.
  • Signal tracing.
• Diagnose bleed-over, distorted signals, and abandoned utilities.
• Create detailed field documentation and sketches.
• Support damage investigations and root‑cause analysis.
• Provide technical guidance to field locators and supervisors.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years advanced locating experience strongly preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of underground utility infrastructure.
• Experience in high-density utility environments.
• Ability to interpret complex utility prints and as‑builts.
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Experience with major electric transmission or distribution systems preferred.

Preferred Experience:

• Utility locating on large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strip, resort, airport, or metropolitan utility environments.
• HDD support and vacuum excavation coordination.
• Advanced fault locating and tracing.

Certifications Preferred:

• OSHA 30.
• Confined space awareness.
• CPR/First Aid.
• Advanced locating manufacturer training.

Physical & Environmental Requirements:

• Outdoor work in all weather conditions.
• Night work and emergency response capability.
• Ability to safely work near active construction and traffic zones.