Utility Locator

Locating Inc; Lancaster (CA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Locating Inc is seeking a Utility Locator to join their team in Lancaster, CA. This full-time position offers competitive pay and extensive training to develop key skills in utility locating. The successful candidate will work in different conditions, engaging with utilities while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. In addition to a supportive work environment, comprehensive benefits including paid time off and insurance coverage are provided.

Benefits

Paid Training Program

Weekly Paychecks

Company Vehicle and Fuel Card

Work Boot Voucher

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Insurance Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Valid State driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Learn safety protocols and utility locating techniques.
• Provide accurate information on underground utility lines.
• Operate company vehicles safely under various weather conditions.

Skills

Facility Maintenance

Utility Locating

Operating Equipment

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

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Base pay range

$22.00/hr - $24.00/hr

Discover a more connected career with UtiliQuest At UtiliQuest, as a Utility Locator, you'll learn safety rules and techniques to find underground utility lines. You'll work with experienced locators, use special tools, and record findings to ensure construction projects are safe and efficient. UtiliQuest supports utility operators throughout America to prevent damages to their infrastructure. Reliably completing millions of locate requests each year assisting project owners and managers in achieving safer excavations and reducing damages to the underground infrastructure. We utilize modern technologies and skilled professionals to deliver timely, reliable, and accurate locate services to protect utility operators' infrastructure throughout America. We are committed to conducting business with the highest standards of integrity and ethics, and with abiding respect for corporate citizenship and sustainability. Connecting you to great benefits Paid Training Program Weekly Paychecks Company "take home" Vehicle and fuel card Work boot voucher (Red Wing) Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance) 401(k) w/ Company Match Stock Purchase Plan Education Reimbursement Legal Insurance Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more! What you'll do as a Trainee Locator Learn utility locating techniques, safety protocols and how to operate equipment Develop an understanding of local utility infrastructure and regulations Partner with experienced Locators to mark underground utility lines Operate utility locating equipment Document findings using digital mapping tools Perform work in all weather conditions Operate company vehicle in a safe manner Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed Work independently with coworkers, customers, and others in places where interactions are unsupervised Provide accurate and reliable information to others in the company Requires a routine amount of driving work, which must be performed safely Requires safe and responsible computer and related technology use 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 and carry 3-5 lb electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time, perform work in all weather conditions Occasionally: work in confined spaces and climb stairs, walk on uneven ground and terrain Transferable or related skills for this role: Facility Maintenance, Technician, route driver, meter reading, landscaping, working outdoors, pest control, surveying, military, ready to work, underground utility locating, construction and laborer USIC Salary Range $22 - $24 / hr (based on experience) *As required by California regulation, the pay scale for this position is $22 - $24/hr (Salary is commensurate with experience) 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. UtiliQuest, LLC ("UtiliQuest") is a quality provider of damage prevention and infrastructure-related services specializing in underground facility locating serving the gas, electric, and telecommunications industries. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, we have provided locating services since 1985 and proudly serve clients in eighteen states including the District of Columbia. Our experience, innovation, and commitment to providing value-added services have resulted in safer excavations, reduced damages, and improved data accuracy. Our commitment to innovating new technologies specifically designed for the damage prevention industry has given our clients a clear and documented advantage to the common goal of reducing damages. This commitment combined with the people behind it is the foundation of our culture. To learn more about our company and benefits, please visit our website UtiliQuest Careers Building stronger solutions together Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. 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.

What you'll do as a Trainee Locator Learn utility locating techniques, safety protocols and how to operate equipment Develop an understanding of local utility infrastructure and regulations Partner with experienced Locators to mark underground utility lines Operate utility locating equipment Document findings using digital mapping tools Perform work in all weather conditions Operate company vehicle in a safe manner Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed Work independently with coworkers, customers, and others in places where interactions are unsupervised Provide accurate and reliable information to others in the company Requires a routine amount of driving work, which must be performed safely Requires safe and responsible computer and related technology use

Connecting you to great benefits Paid Training Program Weekly Paychecks Company "take home" Vehicle and fuel card Work boot voucher (Red Wing) Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance) 401(k) w/ Company Match Stock Purchase Plan Education Reimbursement Legal Insurance Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

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Employment type

• Employment type

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• Job function

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• Industries

  Retail

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