Underground Utility Locator

Mountain Plains; Williston (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Plains is seeking a dedicated utility locating professional to serve on-site, operating company vehicles to access job sites and perform precise locating tasks. You will use advanced tools to map buried utilities and clearly communicate locations to teams and clients.

The role emphasizes driving to sites, adhering to safety protocols, and maintaining accurate records across multiple platforms. A driver’s license and basic computer skills are required, with drug/alcohol screening part of

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in Utility Locating.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Strong computer literacy and technical proficiency.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage and communicate with supervisors and clients.

Responsibilities

• Operate a company-provided vehicle to reach designated job sites and execute line locating services.
• Employ a range of technologies to pinpoint location of crude, gas, saltwater, freshwater, underground electrical, and communication lines.
• Communicate utility locations using painting, flagging, mapping, verbal communication, and written documentation.
• Engage with multiple technology platforms to manage workload and relay findings.
• Adhere to established processes and procedures with a focus on safety.

Skills

Utility Locating experience

Driver's license

Computer literacy

Verbal and written communication

Self-management

Job description

About Us:

Join our dynamic and family-driven team where excellence is the standard. We offer competitive compensation packages tailored to your level of education, training, experience, and performance. Additionally, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, Health Savings Account, Aflac, Paid Time Off, and a robust 401k plan. This role is more than just a job; it's a platform for personal growth, career advancement, and professional development.

Responsibilities:

• Operate a company-provided vehicle to reach designated job sites and execute line locating services.
• Employ a range of cutting-edge technologies to accurately pinpoint the location of crude, gas, saltwater, freshwater, underground electrical, and communication lines.
• Effectively communicate utility locations using methods such as painting, flagging, mapping, verbal communication, and written documentation.
• Engage with multiple technology platforms to efficiently manage workload and relay findings.
• Adhere strictly to established processes and procedures, prioritizing safety at all times.

Qualifications:

• A proactive problem-solving approach to challenges.
• Fundamental knowledge of well pad components.
• 1-2 years of experience in Utility Locating is preferred.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License with a clean driving record.
• Strong computer literacy with technical proficiency.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities.
• Successful completion of pre-hire, post-accident, and random drug/alcohol screenings.
• Demonstrated ability to self-manage while maintaining effective communication with both supervisors and clients.
• Adeptness at multitasking and a flexibility to adapt to evolving work environments.

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for accuracy, safety, and excellence in utility locating, we invite you to apply. Be a part of our team and make a difference in the world of underground utility management.