Utility Locator / Maintenance Technician

US Water Services Corporation; Lehigh Acres (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short/Long-term Disability

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Job summary

U.S. Water Services Corporation in Lehigh Acres, FL is seeking a Utility Locator / Maintenance Technician to locate and mark underground utilities and perform maintenance on water and wastewater systems.

You will operate locating equipment, read maps, and coordinate with contractors and property owners. This full-time, hourly position offers benefits and requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work outdoors in varying conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; valid driver''s license.
• Ability to locate and mark utilities; read maps and GIS information.
• Experience with electronic locating tools and as-built drawings.
• Respond to 811/Call Before You Dig requests.
• Strong communication with contractors and property owners.
• Follow OSHA and safety requirements; maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Assist in locating and marking underground utilities using paint, flags, and tools.
• Read maps and GIS to compare records with field conditions.
• Respond to maintenance schedules and emergency calls.
• Maintain maintenance records and update work orders.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and minor repairs.
• Support with meter reading, cleaning, and project tasks.

Skills

Utility locating

Map interpretation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Driver's License

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

Job description

Utility Locator / Maintenance Technician

• Posted 04-Sep-2026 (EST)
• Lehigh Acres, FL, USA
• per hour Pay is commensurate with experience.
• Hourly
• Full Time
• U.S. Water offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long term disability, paid time off, holiday pay and 401k with Company match

U.S. Water Services Corporation is a well-established and diverse water and wastewater utility organization specializing in utility maintenance, operations, engineering and construction services. U.S. Water is a fast paced and rapidly expanding company headquartered in New Port Richey, Florida with a staff of over 950 employees in twenty states.

GENERAL PURPOSE Under supervision, performs construction, maintenance and/or repair on water and wastewater utility system equipment and company facilities as directed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Motor Vehicle Operator License (Drivers License)
• Locate and mark underground water, sewer, electrical, gas, telecommunications, and other utilities
• Read and interpret utility maps, as-built drawings, and GIS information
• Use electronic locating equipment and other detection tools
• Respond to 811/Call Before You Dig requests
• Accurately mark utility lines using paint, flags, or other approved methods
• Investigate discrepancies between records and actual field conditions
• Communicate with contractors, utility crews, municipalities, and property owners
• Maintain accurate documentation of completed locates
• Follow OSHA, state, and company safety requirements
• Work outdoors in varying weather and terrain

DUTIES

Responsibilities include the following:

• Assist in the investigation of utility systems and troubleshoot and correct electrical, mechanical and piping problems as experience and training allows and as directed by Lead Maintenance Mechanic. Pull, repair, and analyze mechanical equipment (pumps, motors, submersibles, etc.) as necessary to complete required repairs. Assist in the installation of new utility system improvements and other water and wastewater utility related projects.
• Responds to maintenance schedules for equipment and vehicles. Assures the proper maintenance duties are performed. Responds to emergency calls as designated.
• Assists with the proper maintenance of equipment of plant, collection or distribution facilities; may drive a company vehicle and is responsible for appearance, maintenance and organization of vehicle and tool inventory.
• Works with other maintenance employees and assists in coordinating the efficient use of allocated labor and supplies for day-to-day requirements.
• Responsible for keeping maintenance records up-to-date including work orders and related forms.
• May assist in other duties such as reading meters, cleaning and clearing activities, painting, project punch-out, loading and unloading materials.
• Act as trainee if designated, in regard to operation of heavy equipment (backhoe, excavator, tractor, etc.).
• Perform lift station inspections including cleaning, properly setting level controls, cleaning wet well walls, documenting hour meter readings and calculating run times, trim/cut grass and weed as needed, test alarm/communication systems weekly and report abnormalities to the Lead Technician.
• Manhole inspections including completing the report on each manhole and meeting the minimum quantities required.
• Fire hydrant maintenance including flushing, greasing, painting and completing the report on each hydrant and completing the minimum quantities required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess mobility to work in wastewater treatment plants and related facilities; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, to work in confined spaces, around machines and to climb and descend ladders, and to operate varied hand and power tools and construction equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; color vision to read gauges and identify appurtenances; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job involves fieldwork requiring frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work sites. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 75 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees work mainly outdoors, and partially indoors, and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, vibration, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Expert in performing mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing abilities

Compensation and Benefits: Pay is commensurate with experience and market-reflective. US Water/USW Utility Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, paid time off, holiday pay and 401(k) with company match.

US Water/USW Utility Group offers competitive wages and benefits and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected