Underground Utility Locator & Drop-Bury Technician

USIC Locating Services, LLC in; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Company vehicle

Company phone

DailyPay

Insurance options

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

CPP career path

USIC All Stars

Boots voucher

Education scholarship

Employee discounts

Job summary

USIC Locating Services, LLC in Des Moines, IA, is seeking energetic Drop Bury Technicians to locate underground utilities at residential and commercial sites, then safely bury coax and fiber optic lines. You will reference records, use locating equipment, and document each locate with photos to ensure customer compliance while adhering to OSHA guidelines.

This role requires outdoor work, valid driver's license, and ability to lift up to 75 lbs; training is provided and equipment is provided by

Qualifications

• Outdoor work in various weather conditions.
• Pass a drug screen (safety-sensitive position).
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Ability to walk long distances, lift up to 75 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities and reference records at job sites.
• Mark locations and reference tickets using locating equipment.
• Trench or bore cables (typically 6–8 inches deep).
• Photograph locates and complete documentation for billing.
• Follow safety procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Interact with customers, contractors, and property owners.

Skills

Outdoor work

Field work

Safety-focused

Locating equipment

Driving

Record keeping

Team communication

Tools

Locating equipment

Vibratory plows

Boring machines

Fiber fusion splicers

Job description

USIC Locating Services, LLC in Des Moines, IA, is seeking energetic Drop Bury Technicians to locate underground utilities at residential and commercial sites, then safely bury coax and fiber optic lines. You will reference records, use locating equipment, and document each locate with photos to ensure customer compliance while adhering to OSHA guidelines.

This role requires outdoor work, valid driver's license, and ability to lift up to 75 lbs; training is provided and equipment is provided by