Underground Utility Locator

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc.; Laporte (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Paid Training

Competitive Wages

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Vacation

Overtime

Job summary

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc. is hiring Underground Utility Locators to work outdoors across multiple Colorado job sites. You will use computer maps and locating equipment to find underground utilities and mark locations for excavation teams.

This full-time role involves driving a company vehicle from home to tickets and staying safety-focused in a drug-free environment. No prior experience required; the company offers training, paid time off, and benefits such as health, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• 1 year of utility locating experience preferred.
• Must be able to operate locating equipment and mapping tools; basic computer skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive a company vehicle from home to job sites for routine tickets and emergencies.
• Use mapping tools and locating equipment to identify underground utilities and mark locations.
• Communicate locations to excavation personnel and authorities; respond to after-hours calls.
• Maintain safety and quality while working outdoors in various conditions.

Skills

Computer Skills

Self-management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mapping tools

Locating equipment

Computer mapping tools

Job description

Job Description

Great Opportunity for Outdoor Work and Freedom!

Salary: $22.50 per hour

Our Project team is recruiting Underground Utility Locators in your area for a rewarding career! Their focus is locating on large-scale fiber tickets, floating to different areas.

Vannguard is currently seeking new team members with the right attitude in a drug-free environment.

Our Underground Utility Locators are responsible, self-motivated individuals who enjoy the freedom of working outdoors. We will train the right individual who is committed to safety, comfortable working on their own, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in completing a job well done.

Our Underground Utility Locators drive a company vehicle to job sites and use computer utility maps along with specialized equipment to find underground cables, pipes and other underground utilities to prevent damages and ensure safety within the excavation, landscaping and construction community.

Problem-solvers who are not afraid of hard work and know that quality is their priority should consider a career as an Underground Utility Locator with Vannguard Utility Partners Inc.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Drive a company vehicle directly from home to job sites in response to routine ticket requests, emergencies, and relocates.
• Utilizes the provided mapping tools and other location information, along with locating equipment, to locate underground utilities including, but not limited to: electric and gas utilities telephone and other communication lines.
• Indicates utility locations through the utilization of paint, flags, and communicates other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities.
• Responds to after-hours emergency call-outs in accordance with the established rotation schedule.

Benefits Include

• Company Vehicle
• Paid Training
• Competitive Wages
• Dental, Health and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Overtime

Required Knowledge, Skills And Attitude

• Computer Skills
• Valid driver's license in applicable state of employment.
• Must be able to work overtime when duties cannot be performed within a normal work schedule.
• Will be subject to Vannguard's Drug-Free Workplace Program, and complete a pre-employment drug screening.
• Able to self-manage and communicate with supervisors and clients in a timely manner.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, employees regularly:

• Drive 50 to 300+ miles daily as required by the assigned geographic locating area.
• Get in and out of a vehicle 50+ times a day.
• Stand and walk lengthy distances (1+ miles) over uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• Sit for long periods of time while driving.
• Lift and/or move 50 to 150 pounds.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location

• Multiple locations

This Job Is

• A job for which military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Job Type: Full-time

COVID-19 considerations: This position is outdoors and involves minimal contact and interaction with others.

Salary: $22.50 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Compensation Package

• Hourly pay
• Overtime pay

Physical Setting

• Outdoor work

Schedule

• 8-12 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime

Experience

• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
• Utility locating: 1 year (Preferred)