Underground Utility Locator

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; 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 seeking Underground Utility Locators across multiple locations.

You will drive a company vehicle from home to job sites and use map tools with locating equipment to identify underground utilities, ensuring safety on excavation projects. We value problem-solvers who work outdoors and offer paid training, competitive wages, and a benefits package including health, dental, and life insurance, a 401(k), and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Computer Skills required.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicle from home to job sites and relocation as needed.
• Use mapping tools and locating equipment to find underground utilities (electric, gas, telecom).
• Indicate utility locations with paint/flags and communicate with excavation personnel.

Skills

Computer Skills

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Would you enjoy a company vehicle, save on gas money, and work outside?

Due to company growth, we are recruiting Underground Utility Locators in your area.

Vannguard is currently seeking new team members with the right attitude in a drug free environment for a critical infrastructure position.

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, making a difference in the construction community 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, general labor, 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 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

• Drive 50 to 300+ miles daily as required by 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)


• 401(k) matching


• Dental insurance


• Flexible schedule


• Health insurance


• Life insurance


• Paid time off

Schedule

• 10 hour shift


• 12 hour shift


• 8 hour shift


• Day shift


• Monday to Friday


• On call


• Overtime


• Weekend availability

Application Question(s)

• Criminal Background Check

Education

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Multiple locations