Utility Locator (Hanover Park, IL)

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc.; Hanover Park (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Door-to-door pay

Paid holidays and PTO

Insurance: health, dental, vision,Life

401(k) with company match

Independent territory

Modern locating technology

Nationwide project experience

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. seeks an Experienced Utility Locator in Illinois to ensure accurate underground utility marking and safe excavation practices.

You will read utility maps, operate locating equipment, and document work via a mobile app across nationwide projects. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of utility locating experience, are comfortable with OT and on-call rotations, and maintain clean marks and safety standards with strong communication to excavators and

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions and independently.
• Good communication with excavators, property owners, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities in compliance with all 811 dig laws.
• Read and interpret utility maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data
• Use electronic locating equipment and multiple locating methods
• Accurately mark utilities using paint and flags
• Document all work using a mobile app including photos and reports
• Investigate and document excavation-related utility damages
• Participate in an on-call rotation

Skills

811 law knowledge

Territory independence

Reliability

Communication

Job description

EXPERIENCED UTILITY LOCATORS WANTED

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc.

If youre an experienced Utility Locator who knows 811 law, takes pride in clean marks, and wants the freedom to run your territory without micromanagement — Northern Lights wants to hear from you.

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. has been protecting underground utility infrastructure since 2001. We operate 24/7/365 and work nationwide on critical utility locating, inspection, and sewer imaging projects. We go far beyond basic paint and flag work by using advanced technology and proven expertise to deliver accurate, reliable results.

POSITION: UTILITY LOCATOR

Status: Full-Time, Employee

Preferred Experience: Minimum 2 years utility locating experience

WHAT YOULL BE DOING

• Locate underground utilities in compliance with all 811 dig laws
• Read and interpret utility maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data
• Use electronic locating equipment and multiple locating methods
• Accurately mark utilities using paint and flags
• Document all work using a mobile app including photos and reports
• Investigate and document excavation-related utility damages
• Participate in an on-call rotation

WHAT WE EXPECT

This is a professional role for self-motivated locators who can work independently. You must be willing to work in all weather conditions, maintain company equipment and vehicles, and communicate effectively with excavators, property owners, and team members.

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices
• Valid Drivers License
• Ability to pass a drug screen
• Willingness to work overtime and flexible schedules
• Maintain a tobacco-free company vehicle
• Consistent attendance and punctuality

WHAT YOU GET

• Competitive pay ( You will be paid door to door)
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD and LTD insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Independence in your assigned work area
• Strong operational support and modern locating technology
• Nationwide project experience

WHO SUCCEEDS HERE

• Experienced locators who value accuracy and safety
• Professionals who work without supervision
• Team-oriented individuals with strong character