Utility Locator

Utilisource; Missouri; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking Utility Locators to identify and map underground utilities, protecting them during excavation projects. Candidates need a high school diploma and preferably vocational training. This full-time position offers benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and a competitive hourly wage.

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Referral program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Utility locating experience 1 year required.
• Class E Valid Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and map location and depth of utilities.
• Document interactions and site information.
• Use various techniques to measure utilities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Strong communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Vocational school training or apprenticeship

Job description

Job Summary:

The Utility Locators are responsible for pinpointing the paths of cables, pipes and other conduits that carry utilities underground. The locators’ efforts protect underground utilities from damage during projects involving excavation.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Identify and map location and depth of utilities such as water, sewer, gas, cable, oil and electric lines.
• Document interactions, site information and utilities in organizational software.
• Communicate with clients, engineers, and management.
• Use a variety of techniques (electrical, magnetic, GPS, blueprint analysis, and/or radar) to measure utilities.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Passion for accuracy.
• Self-motivated and able to work alone.
• Strong communication skills with the general public.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Vocational school training or apprenticeship preferred.
• On-the-job training offered.
• Class E Valid Driver’s License required.

Physical Requirements:

• Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds and push and/or pull 50-pound loads at a time.
• Must be able to stand and walk up to eight hours per day and climb multiple sets of stairs while carrying materials weighing between 40 and 60 pounds.
• Must be able to ride in a vehicle up to four hours to travel to and from job sites.
• Must be able to work in different temperatures and changing weather conditions.
• Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
• Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers.
• Must have flexibility in scheduling to meet the needs of the business.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 – $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Utility locating: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Class E Driver’s License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person