Utility Locator

USIC; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 28,929 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid training

Company vehicle & fuel card

Daily Pay

Comprehensive insurance options

401(k) with match

PTO & holidays

Job summary

USIC is seeking dedicated locators for outdoor fieldwork to locate and mark underground utilities across designated areas. You will work with company vehicles, use ticket systems, and complete required documentation and photos for each locate.

No prior locating experience is required, but experience is welcomed. We offer full-time daytime hours, on-call shifts, overtime, and a robust benefits package including training, a company vehicle, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Proficiency with technology and workflow systems.
• Able to pass a drug screen and maintain safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities (telecom, electric, gas, water, sewer) safely and efficiently.
• Mark locations, complete documentation, and photograph each locate.

Skills

Outdoor ability

Tech proficiency

Clear communication

Job description

Compensation: $21.00 Hourly. The starting rate ranges from $21.00 per hour for new locators to $33.00 per hour for those with substantial prior locating experience.

Our company is a leader in underground utility damage prevention and advanced infrastructure services, performing more than 84 million locates each year for over 1,400 telecommunications, electric, gas, water, and sewer utilities and municipalities nationwide. Our mission is to deliver quality, efficient, safe, and innovative solutions to protect partners’ infrastructure and critical assets.

We are looking for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy independent field work and are looking to jump‑start a career. If you are a quality‑conscious, safety‑focused, hard‑working individual, consider a long‑term career with us. No prior locating experience is required, but experienced locators are encouraged to apply. Our technicians spend their workdays on the go, independently working in the field using company‑provided vehicles. We use ticket and claims management systems to ensure clear and complete mark‑out services for excavators or property owners at the work site.

Your Responsibilities as a Locator

• Correctly, safely, and efficiently locate underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer systems.
• Thoroughly search for underground utilities in a designated area, accurately mark the location, complete the necessary documentation, and photograph each locate.

These are daytime, full‑time positions. We have a 48‑hour turnaround time on many locates, which means we generally work the day after holidays and some weekends, as needed. Must be able to work overtime, weekend shifts, and on‑call shifts (including nights and weekends), dependent upon the needs of the business.

Why You'll Love Working for Us (Our Benefits)

• 100% paid training – We're invested in you, starting on your first day.
• High‑quality company vehicle & fuel card – All work‑related expenses are paid. You won’t be using your personal vehicle for work.
• Company phone & equipment – Advanced technology you can count on.
• Daily Pay – Access your pay when you need it.
• Comprehensive insurance options – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance choices.
• 401(k) with company match – Help you save for the long term with our competitive 401(k) employer match program.
• PTO & paid holidays – Even in your first year, so you can spend time with your loved ones.
• Weekend & holiday on‑call pay – Earn extra money while on call over the weekend or on a company holiday, even if not called out to an emergency.
• Career Path Program (CPP) – Recognize employees who strive to be the best in their roles with distinctive titles, promotions, and more.
• USIC All Stars – Our employee recognition program. Earn points for living our company values and celebrating milestones. Redeem your points for gift cards or merchandise.
• Tenure Boots Program – $200 voucher to buy new work boots on your first anniversary and every year thereafter.
• Education Partnership & Scholarship Program – Discounted tuition for USIC employees, their spouses, and dependents through Indiana Tech (courses available online nationwide). Scholarships available for employees. Credit hours for completing our utility locator training curriculum and/or for military service.
• Employee discounts & perks – Outstanding discounts at major retailers and service providers.

What We Need from You (Our Requirements)

• Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Previous outdoor experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with technology.
• Available to work overtime, weekends, and on‑call shifts as needed.
• Able to pass a drug screen (this is a safety‑sensitive position).
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Able to work in a confined space; walk, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to distinguish between colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities.
• Able to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, as well as maps and prints.
• Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply.