Utility Locator/GPS Layout Technician

Jobless; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly wages

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

401k with company match

Tool discounts

Job summary

PRICE ELECTRIC is seeking a skilled Utility Locator & GPS Layout Technician to join our field operations team. You will locate, map, and lay out underground utilities using Trimble GPS and surveying equipment for commercial and industrial projects.

You will coordinate with field crews, survey teams, and contractors, ensuring layouts align with design plans while minimizing conflicts and delays. Strong attention to detail and effective communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in utility locating, GPS layout, or construction surveying
• Prior experience with Trimble GPS equipment and software preferred
• Understanding of construction drawings and strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving mindset in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark underground utilities using GPS equipment and as-built drawings
• Identify conflicts between existing and proposed utilities
• Coordinate with utility companies, contractors, and survey teams
• Perform layout and staking using Trimble GPS systems
• Translate design drawings and CAD files into field layouts
• Verify elevations, offsets, and coordinates before installation
• Capture accurate as-built data for installed systems
• Record utility and equipment locations
• Maintain organized digital documentation
• Work closely with field crews and supervisors
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and other trades
• Prepare layout needs in advance
• Ensure layout meets project specifications and tolerances
• Identify and communicate discrepancies early
• Verify installations match approved drawings

Skills

Utility locating

GPS layout

Construction surveying

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Trimble GPS equipment

CAD drawings

Survey software

Job description

PRICE ELECTRIC is looking for a skilled Utility Locator & GPS Layout Technician to join our field operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for locating, mapping, and laying out underground utilities using Trimble GPS and surveying equipment. You will play a key role in ensuring construction work aligns with design plans while minimizing conflicts and delays on commercial and industrial projects.

What You'll Do:

Utility Locating

• Locate and mark underground utilities using GPS equipment and as-built drawings
• Identify conflicts between existing and proposed utilities
• Coordinate with utility companies, contractors, and survey teams

GPS Layout & Staking

• Perform layout and staking using Trimble GPS systems
• Translate design drawings and CAD files into field layouts
• Verify elevations, offsets, and coordinates before installation

As-Built Documentation

• Capture accurate as-built data for installed systems
• Record utility and equipment locations
• Maintain organized digital documentation

Field Coordination

• Work closely with field crews and supervisors
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and other trades
• Stay ahead of crews by preparing layout needs in advance

Quality Control

• Ensure layout meets project specifications and tolerances
• Identify and communicate discrepancies early
  
• Verify installations match approved drawings

What We're Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in utility locating, GPS layout, or construction surveying
• Prior experience with Trimble GPS equipment and software preferred
• Understanding of construction drawings and strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving mindset in a fast-paced environment

Why Price Electric?

Join a team focused on safety, teamwork, and high-quality workmanship while working on meaningful projects.

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Company provided vision, disability & life insurance
• Elective medical, dental, life & accident insurance
• Paid time off & holidays
• 401k with company match
• Company clothing, tool discounts and boot & eyewear reimbursements
• Provided Continuing Education classes and job training & development
• High quality resources/specialty equipment and systems
• Numerous career growth opportunities for high performers

Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and background check.

PRICE ELECTRIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.