Underground Utility Locator

Hirebridge; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 39,780 - 53,820; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Paid training

Competitive wages

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Paid vacation

Paid time off

Job summary

Vannguard Utility Partners Inc. is seeking an Underground Utility Locator to work across multiple Colorado locations, including Arvada. You will locate underground utilities using specialized equipment, mark positions, and coordinate with excavation teams.

This role features outdoor work, a company vehicle, and on-the-job training. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills for locating and mapping
• Ability to self-manage and communicate with supervisors and clients
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and be part of a drug-free workplace
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicle from home to job sites as needed.
• Use mapping tools and locating equipment to locate underground utilities.
• Mark utility locations and communicate findings to excavation teams.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies per rotation schedule.

Skills

Computer Skills

Self-management

Communication

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Great Opportunity for Outdoor Work and Freedom!

Salary: $22.50 per hour

Our Arvada team is recruiting Underground Utility Locators in your area for a rewarding career! Vannguard is currently seeking new team members with the right attitude in a drug‑free environment as we are expanding into the I‑70 corridor area.

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

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

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 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

Job Type & Schedule

Full‑time; 10‑hour shift Monday to Friday; On call; Overtime

COVID‑19 Considerations

This position is outdoors and involves minimal contact and interaction with others.

Additional Information

Job is open to military‑experienced candidates.

Experience: Computer skills 1 year preferred; Utility locating 1 year preferred.