Underground Utility Locator & Field Technician

careers-kleinfelder; Delaware; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to perform subsurface locates on highway, utility and private projects within the Delmarva region. The role requires reporting to the Dover, DE office monthly for safety meetings and achieving OQ certification within one month.

Responsibilities include reading utility maps, operating locating equipment, and driving to client sites. Requires a high school diploma and relevant locating experience; valid license and pre-employment checks are

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of 1 year utility locate experience.
• Minimum of 1 year damage-free record.
• Ability to obtain Operator Qualification certification within one month of employment.
• Valid driver's license with safe driving history.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform subsurface utility locates using field methods and literature/maps.
• Identify underground utilities and mark locations with accuracy.
• Operate electronic locating equipment and ground-penetrating radar.
• Document locates with photos and logs; manage excavation notices.
• Communicate with excavators, utility reps, and site personnel.
• Drive to project sites and attend meetings as required.

Skills

High School Diploma

Utility locate experience

Damage-free record

Operator Qualification certification

Valid driver's license

Drug screen & background check

Job description

Kleinfelder is seeking an experienced Utility Locator to perform subsurface locates on highway, utility and private projects within the Delmarva region. The role requires reporting to the Dover, DE office monthly for safety meetings and achieving OQ certification within one month.

Responsibilities include reading utility maps, operating locating equipment, and driving to client sites. Requires a high school diploma and relevant locating experience; valid license and pre-employment checks are