NL-Underground Utility Locator; Austin

Job Details

Job Location:

Austin, TX 78734

Position Type:
Full Time

Employment Status:
Full Time, Employee

2 years Locator experience required.

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. was created in March of 2001 to provide services to clients with a need to protect their utility networks. Not just a ‘Paint and Flag’ service, Northern Lights delivers locating and inspection expertise that goes beyond that of traditional utility location. Northern Lights provides protection to our customers utility 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

We have since expanded into Sewer Imaging, inspection, and locating sewer mains/laterals using the latest technology on the market. We also perform inspection work/services on utility projects throughout the United States.

• Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets and 811 dig laws.
• Use utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, GIS information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment.
• Utilize flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities.
• Prepare various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed and problems encountered and/or resolved.
• Take pictures of located utility lines for each 811 ticket.
• Investigate and prepare detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities.
• Be comfortable using a cell‑phone based app to record locating marks for clients' property, containing photos and documents needed for location.
• Participate in on‑call rotation.

• Know best locate practices, procedures and 811 law.
• Read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings.
• Maintain cleanliness and good operating condition of all provided equipment and vehicle.
• Maintain a tobacco‑free vehicle.
• Locate underground utilities using multiple methods of locating.
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Maintain small‑ to medium‑sized equipment and trucks.
• Complete paperwork and documentation.
• Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
• Attention to detail.
• Be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel (75%+).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Able to pass a drug screen.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification.
• Must be available to work varying schedules and overtime.
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

• Self‑motivated and able to learn quickly.
• Team oriented and have exemplary character.
• Safety focused.

• Competitive pay.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Affordable benefits including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD and life.
• 401(k) plan – with match.