Underground Utility Locator — Precise Field Tech

UtiliQuest, LLC; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

PTO and holidays

Medical and other insurance

401(k) match

Stock purchase plan

Education reimbursement

Legal insurance

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

UtiliQuest, LLC is hiring a Utility Locator to learn safety rules and techniques for finding underground utilities. You will work with experienced locators, use specialized tools, and record findings to keep construction projects safe and efficient.

Salary range: $20.00–$23.00 per hour. Benefits include weekly pay, PTO, holidays, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and more.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
• Valid State driver’s license with acceptable MVR

Responsibilities

• Receive, document and close excavation notices.
• Read and interpret utility maps to identify utility types and sizes.
• Communicate with excavators, utility reps and company personnel.
• Operate electronic detectors to locate and mark underground facilities.
• Perform light excavation when necessary.
• Provide accurate documentation and sketches of locates.
• Respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours.
• Operate company vehicles safely and maintain a professional appearance.
• Be able to perform manhole entry with safety devices.
• Work in all weather conditions and after hours.
• Carry 3–5 lb locating equipment for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs.

Skills

Read maps

Operate locating tools

Record findings

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

Job description

UtiliQuest, LLC is hiring a Utility Locator to learn safety rules and techniques for finding underground utilities. You will work with experienced locators, use specialized tools, and record findings to keep construction projects safe and efficient.

Salary range: $20.00–$23.00 per hour. Benefits include weekly pay, PTO, holidays, medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with match, stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and more.