Utility Locator

At Utili Quest , LLC, as a Trainee Locator, you'll learn safety rules and techniques to find underground utility lines. You'll work with experienced locators, use special tools, and record findings to ensure construction projects are safe and efficient.

Are you an Experienced Utility Line Locator looking to make a change to an industry leader? Do you have at least twelve (12) months of verifiable direct locating experience? If so, it may be time to join our Team! We’re looking for Experienced Utility Locators to join our team and help connect America.

Utili Quest has been a leading provider of quality underground utility damage prevention for over three decades!

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

Use a lap-top computer or other devices to receive, document and close out excavation notices, both during normal hours and after hours.

Read and interpret utility maps / prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities.

Use assigned communication equipment to effectively communicate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities.

Operate different electronic detection equipment, to locate and mark under-ground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits.

Perform light excavation with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.

Provide accurate documentation and or sketches related to all locates completed.

Receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements.

Operate company vehicles in a safe manner and maintain a professional appearance.

Be able to perform manhole entry using assigned equipment and safety devices.

Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after hours.

Regular use of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and tools.

Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally; bending at the waist; standing and or walking for extended periods of time.

Ability to carry 3-5 lb electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time; lifting objects up to 50 pounds or lifting in excess of 50 lbs with tool aids.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

The employee shall follow all safety rules at all times.

Will need to have the ability to work a flexible schedule (some evenings and weekends) as ticket/production load requires.

Employee will respond to emergency calls during scheduled on-call shift rotation.

• To 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 (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable MVR record

Physical abilities & exposures

• Routinely
  : work alone in remote locations with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicle, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, lift up to 55 pounds, use keyboard and mouse
• Occasionally
  : use portable ladder, work in confined spaces and climb stairs

The wage range for Utility Locator is $20.00 - $25.00.

Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands‑on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety‑first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Our company is an equal‑opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.