Underground Locator Technician - Outdoor Field Role

National Underground Group; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Insurance

401k with match

Bonus opportunity

Training & advancement

Job summary

National Underground Group is seeking a Locate Technician in Deerfield to operate surveying equipment and locate underground utilities. You will work with excavation crews and homeowners to address locate issues, read maps, and determine efficient routes across rural and urban areas.

You will be trained to obtain locator certification while fulfilling on-call duties, driving locally, and performing physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn – Instructor led training is required to receive locator certification.
• Ability to drive local roads, work outdoors, and to operate independently.
• Ability to perform locate duties before or after normal business hours when on call.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Use mechanical/technical equipment to locate underground facilities.
• Communicate with managers, excavation crews, and homeowners about locate issues.
• Read maps and blueprints to ensure accurate location of utilities.
• Determine efficient route to each locate in various areas.
• Remove and replace manhole lids.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Driver's license

Strong work ethic

Communication

Computer literacy

Job description

National Underground Group is seeking a Locate Technician in Deerfield to operate surveying equipment and locate underground utilities. You will work with excavation crews and homeowners to address locate issues, read maps, and determine efficient routes across rural and urban areas.

You will be trained to obtain locator certification while fulfilling on-call duties, driving locally, and performing physically demanding tasks in all weather conditions.