Underground Utility Locator Technician

N&S LOCATING SERVICES d.b.a. S&N; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

N&S LOCATING SERVICES d.b.a. S&N seeks a Locate Technician to identify and mark underground utilities for safe excavation. You will survey sites, read blueprints and maps, and provide precise locations to construction teams.

Responsibilities include maintaining detailed records, adhering to safety standards, and supporting urgent locate requests. Must have 1–2 years in utility locating, plus experience with locating equipment and GPS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; an associate degree is preferred.
• 1–2 years of utility locating or related field experience.
• Experience with utility maps and blueprints.
• Experience using electronic locating equipment and GPS devices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site surveys to identify and mark underground utilities.
• Interpret maps and blueprints to locate utilities precisely.
• Maintain records of markings and surveys in compliance with regulations.
• Communicate locations clearly to construction teams and stakeholders.
• Follow safety protocols to prevent accidents during excavation.
• Respond to emergency locate requests for urgent needs.
• Mentor junior technicians and new team members as needed.

Skills

Map reading

GPS usage

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

GPS technology

Job description

N&S LOCATING SERVICES d.b.a. S&N seeks a Locate Technician to identify and mark underground utilities for safe excavation. You will survey sites, read blueprints and maps, and provide precise locations to construction teams.

Responsibilities include maintaining detailed records, adhering to safety standards, and supporting urgent locate requests. Must have 1–2 years in utility locating, plus experience with locating equipment and GPS.