Utility Locator: Expert Locating & Field Work

Telcom Construction, LLC; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Holidays

Insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships

Job summary

TelCom Construction, Maple Grove, MN is seeking a Locator to accurately locate utilities and safely perform labor tasks at a job site under the direction of a foreman. The Locator will operate locating equipment and ensure accurate identification of utilities and obstructions in the work area.

The role requires 18+ years of age, US work authorization, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid state driver’s license. Training and opportunities for growth are provided within a safety‑first culture.

Qualifications

• Must 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 with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Possesses thorough knowledge of maintenance and operation of locator equipment.
• Accurately locates and spots all existing utilities & obstructions in work area.
• Maintains tools and equipment.
• Hand digs holes and trenches.
• Feeds cable in chute during plow procedure.
• Sets utility pedestals and hand holes.
• Shoots the pneumatic gopher.
• Assists operator digging around utilities.
• Assists in maintaining onsite equipment.
• Performs ground restoration.
• Performs general clean up.
• Maintains accurate timecard.
• Participates in weekly “Tool Box” meetings.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Locator equipment operation

Manual labor

Timecard accuracy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Relevant work experience

Job description

TelCom Construction, Maple Grove, MN is seeking a Locator to accurately locate utilities and safely perform labor tasks at a job site under the direction of a foreman. The Locator will operate locating equipment and ensure accurate identification of utilities and obstructions in the work area.

The role requires 18+ years of age, US work authorization, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid state driver’s license. Training and opportunities for growth are provided within a safety‑first culture.