Utility Locator

Dycom; Lake Mary (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Company vehicle & fuel card

Insurance (medical, dental, vision, +)

401(k) with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

UtiliQuest, LLC is hiring a Utility Trainee Locator to learn safety rules, locate underground utility lines, and record findings. You will work with experienced locators, operate locating equipment, and gain hands-on experience across various weather conditions while supporting safe construction projects.

You’ll develop knowledge of local utility infrastructure and regulations, getting practical training that leads to independent field work and documented results using digital mapping tools.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company.
• High School Diploma, GED, or relevant work experience.
• Valid State driver’s license with acceptable MVR record.

Responsibilities

• Learn utility locating techniques, safety protocols and how to operate utility locating equipment.
• Develop an understanding of local utility infrastructure and regulations.
• Partner with experienced Locators to mark underground utility lines.
• Document findings using digital mapping tools.
• Perform work in all weather conditions.

Skills

Authorization to work in the United St

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Relevant work experience

Job description

Discover a more connected career

At UtiliQuest, LLC, as a Utility Trainee Locator, you'll learn safety rules and techniques to find underground utility lines. You'll work with experienced utility locators, use special tools, and record findings to ensure construction projects are safe and efficient.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• "Take home" company vehicle and fuel card
• Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Access to discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more through PerkSpot!
  

What you’ll do

• Learn utility locating techniques, safety protocols and how to operate utility locating equipment
• Develop an understanding of local utility infrastructure and regulations
• Partner with experienced Locators to mark underground utility lines
• Document findings using digital mapping tools
• Perform work in all weather conditions

What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience
• Valid State driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable MVR record

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely: work alone in remote locations with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicle, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, lift up to 55 pounds, use keyboard and mouse
• Occasionally: use portable ladder, work in confined spaces and climb stairs

The wage range for Utility Locator is $20.00 - $23.00.

Why work with us

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands‑on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety‑first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together

Our company is an equal‑opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.