Utility Locate Technician

SCI Engineering, Inc.; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Utility Locate Technician in Missouri. The role entails mapping and documenting utilities using geophysical locating equipment, ensuring quality assurance and performing field investigations. The position offers a collaborative work environment and career growth with competitive hourly pay starting at $23.

Benefits

401(k) Matching Program

Health insurance including HDHP option

Dental insurance at no cost for employees

Vision insurance at no cost for employees

Disability insurance at no cost for employees

Life insurance at no cost for employees

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Professional Development Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license and insurance.
• 2 to 5 years of experience with utility locating preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret various types of prints.

Responsibilities

• Map and document private and public utilities using advanced equipment.
• Ensure quality assurance of all utility systems designated in the field.
• Perform field investigations and document utilities and structures designated.

Skills

Geophysical locating equipment

Quality Assurance

Field investigation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electro Magnetic Locators

Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)

Global Positioning System (GPS)

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SCI Engineering, Inc. is a professional consulting and engineering firm offering a variety of services from the design development stage through construction. We specialize in Geophysical, Geotechnical, Environmental, Natural Resources, Cultural Resources and Construction Material Testing.

SCI Engineering, Inc. is seeking a responsible and experienced Utility Locator to join our team. The role involves mapping and documenting private and public utilities using advanced geophysical equipment. The position assumes work during standard business hours primarily in the St. Louis Region, occasional overnight travel and overtime required. The candidate must be willing to assist with other company’s services and projects, as needed. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for growth in a collaborative and flexible work environment.

The Utility Locator will be responsible for mapping, designating and documenting private and public utilities on a given project that may include communication lines, electrical power lines, natural gas lines, fiber optic lines, water lines, sewer lines, etc. Utility Locators are responsible for the Quality Assurance of all utility systems designated and collected in the field. Utility Locators will need to understand, operate, and maintain a variety of subsurface utility locating & survey equipment daily. Utility Locators will need to travel occasionally. Compensation is competitive, starting at $23/hr, and will depend on the applicant’s experience.

Benefits (Full-time Employees Eligible) Include

• 401(k) (Matching Program)
• Health insurance (Including a HDHP option free for employees)
• Dental insurance (Free for Employees)
• Vision insurance (Free for Employees)
• Disability insurance (Free for Employees)
• Life insurance (Basic Term Life Free for Employees)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Professional Development Assistance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

Why Join SCI?

At SCI, your success is our success. We offer exciting opportunities for career advancement and professional development, encouraging continuous skill development and promoting from within based on performance and initiative. Collaboration and mentoring are key to our culture, and we welcome ideas for innovation and improvement. We also offer teambuilding opportunities through various clubs and committees.

We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 USA TODAY Top Workplace (topworkplaces.com/company/sci-engineering/). Our employees enjoy a casual dress code, including jeans every day, and benefit from a flexible work schedule that supports work-life balance. Our Good Cause Charity Program empowers employees to donate to the charity of the month, with SCI matching contributions.

Join SCI and be part of a dynamic team that values your contributions and supports your growth. Apply today!

Key Responsibilities

• Proficient knowledge of geophysical locating equipment and technology:
• Electro Magnetic (EM) Locators
• Traceable Rodders and Sondes
• Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
• CCTV Sewer Camera
• Acoustic Pipe Locator (APL)
• Global Positioning System (GPS)
• Consult on schedule planning for field operations.
• Review of record information prior to and during field investigation.
• Coordinate and/or oversee data collection.
• Coordinate with clients, utility stakeholders, property stakeholders, etc.
• Coordinate w/ subcontracted vendors of traffic control, hydro-excavation, saw cutting, etc.
• Accurately designate underground and overhead utilities according to ASCE 38-02 standards.
• Complete detailed field Investigations.
• Responsible for quality assurance of utilities designated in the field.
• Adhere to strict safety procedures and standards.
• Work with drafting staff to ensure completeness of data collection and recording.
• Responsible for the completeness of utility data collected.
  

Investigation Documentation

• Record utilities & structures designated in the field utilizing electronic devices.
• Complete accurate field reports at the time of investigation.
• Ensure quality pictures are attached to the correct structures and reports.
• Quality assurance of field notes & reports daily.
  
  

Equipment

• Ensure equipment is utilized the way that it is designed to be used and remain in service in accordance with manufacturer life expectancy.
• Ensure equipment is properly stored, cleaned, maintained, and calibrated according to manufacturer maintenance & calibration schedules.
• Ensure physical security of all equipment.
• Maintain company vehicles according to manufacturer & fleet service maintenance schedules.
• Operate company vehicle in compliance with DOT regulations.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or the equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and current driver’s insurance.
• 2 to 5 years experience with utility locating preferred.
• Ability to read, interpret, and decipher multiple types of prints.
• Must be able to regularly lift and move up to 75 pounds and walk/stand for multiple hours a day
• Ability to read and interpret prints at a high level.
• At least two years of driving experience.
  
  

SCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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