Underground Utility Locator & Drop-Bury Pro

USIC; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Company phone

DailyPay

Health insurance

401(k)

PTO & paid holidays

Career Path Program

USIC All Stars

Tenure Boots Program

Education Scholarship

Employee discounts

Job summary

USIC seeks Drop Bury Technicians to locate underground utilities, mark sites, and bury cable lines at residential and commercial locations. You will use locating equipment, reference maps, and drive a company vehicle, working outdoors in varying weather.

This role requires safety awareness, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, overtime on weekends, and strong communication with customers and the team. We offer paid training, a company vehicle and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Computer proficiency with locating equipment and software
• Available for overtime including weekends
• Ability to pass a drug screen (safety-sensitive role)
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
• Ability to walk long distances, bend, kneel and lift up to 75 lbs

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicle to job sites to perform locates and drop bury tickets
• Locate and mark underground facilities using records, maps and prints
• Operate locating equipment and follow procedures to ensure accurate locates
• Use digging equipment or hand tools to trench or bore cables 6–8 inches deep
• Document time worked and locate data for billing and records
• Comply with OSHA and company safety guidelines
• Take and process photos and complete required documentation
• Maintain equipment and supplies for daily operations
• Coordinate with utility reps, contractors and property owners
• Display professional and respectful behavior

Skills

Outdoor work

Safety-conscious

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Tools

Locating equipment

Digging equipment

Maps & GPS

Job description

USIC seeks Drop Bury Technicians to locate underground utilities, mark sites, and bury cable lines at residential and commercial locations. You will use locating equipment, reference maps, and drive a company vehicle, working outdoors in varying weather.

This role requires safety awareness, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, overtime on weekends, and strong communication with customers and the team. We offer paid training, a company vehicle and comprehensive benefits.