Underground Utility Locator

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc.; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Competitive Wages

Dental, Health and Life Insurance

401(k)

Flexible scheduling

Paid vacation

Work Vehicle

Job summary

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc. is seeking Underground Utility Locators in Little Falls, Minnesota. Starting pay ranges from $21.00 to $25.00 per hour. Successful candidates will enjoy outdoor work, possess strong attention to detail, and be problem-solvers focused on quality.

The role involves using specialized equipment to locate underground utilities and ensuring safety in excavation. Benefits include competitive wages, paid training, and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Computer skills are necessary.
• Valid driver's license in applicable state.

Responsibilities

• Drive to sites for routine ticket requests and emergencies.
• Utilize tools and equipment to locate underground utilities.
• Indicate utility locations and communicate with excavation personnel.
• Maintain the vehicle and issued equipment.
• Respond to after-hours emergency call-outs.

Skills

Computer Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Starting Pay $21.00 - $25.00 per hour

We are recruiting for a Training Class!

Vannguard is currently seeking new team members with the right attitude. Our Underground Utility Locators are responsible, self-motivated individuals who enjoy working outdoors and have great computer skills. We are committed to training 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.

Problem-solvers who know that quality is their priority should consider a career as an Underground Utility Locator.

Our Underground Utility Locators use specialized equipment to find underground cables, pipes and other underground utilities to prevent damages and ensure safety during excavation.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Drives to 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: electrical cables, gas lines.
• Indicates utility locations through the utilization of paint, flags, and communicates other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities.
• Cleans and maintains vehicle and all issued equipment.
• Responds to after-hours emergency call-outs in accordance with the established rotation schedule.

Benefits Include

• Paid Training
• Competitive Wages
• Dental, Health and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid vacation
• Work Vehicle

Required Knowledge, Skills And Attitude

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 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.