Utility Locator

Jobtailor; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Fayetteville, AR seeks an outdoor utility locator to find and document buried cables and pipes. You will work day shifts, locate utilities, mark locations, and photograph each locate.

The role requires physical work, ability to lift up to 75 lbs, willingness to overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts, and a safe driving record. Strong communication with crews and homeowners is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Ability to pass a drug screen due to safety-sensitive responsibilities.
• Ability to read locate tickets, maps, and prints.
• Excellent communication with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities accurately and safely in designated areas.
• Mark locations, complete documentation, and photograph each locate.
• Work full-time daytime shifts with possible overtime, weekends, and on-call rotations.
• Maintain safe work practices and follow project-specific procedures.

Skills

Outdoor work

Computer literacy

Driver’s license

Safety-conscious

Job description

Responsibilities

• Correctly, safely, and efficiently locate underground utilities including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer systems.
• Thoroughly search for underground utilities in designated areas, accurately marking locations, completing necessary documentation, and photographing each locate.
• Work daytime, full‑time shifts with a mandatory 48‑hour turnaround time on many locates; must work immediately after holidays and some weekends as needed.
• Be available for overtime, weekend shifts, and on‑call shifts (including nights and weekends) depending on business needs.

Requirements

• Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Previous outdoor experience is a plus.
• Computer proficiency.
• 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, maps, and prints.
• Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.