Utility Locator​/Designator

Job Title:

Utility Locator/Designator

Job Description

The Utility Locator/Designator operates and maintains vacuum excavation trucks and related equipment to safely and accurately locate and designate underground utilities. This role uses a variety of pipe and cable locating devices, creates clear field sketches and measurements, documents daily activities, and conducts records research to support subsurface utility engineering and construction projects. The position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety while working in and around traffic.

Responsibilities

+ Operate and maintain a vacuum excavation truck and related equipment safely and efficiently.

+ Designate and locate a variety of underground utilities using multiple types of pipe and cable locating devices.

+ Create clear, legible field sketches and perform accurate field measurements to document utility locations.

+ Document daily activities thoroughly and perform records research to verify and support utility information.

+ Perform basic equipment maintenance tasks to ensure reliability and safety of vehicles and tools.

+ Apply an understanding of basic traffic control principles and follow safety precautions when working in and around traffic.

+ Identify various underground utilities and recognize surface features associated with different utility types.

+ Support subsurface utility engineering efforts by providing accurate utility location data.

+ Coordinate with project teams to share findings and contribute to effective project planning.

+ Follow instructions, participate in training and mentoring, and maintain a positive, can-do attitude.

+ Demonstrate leadership and mentoring skills by supporting less experienced team members.

+ Use technical tools such as ground penetrating radar, surveying equipment, and CADD software when required and as skills allow.

Essential Skills

+ Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in utility locating or designating using various types of pipe and cable locating devices.

+ Hands-on experience operating and maintaining vacuum excavation trucks.

+ Basic knowledge of various underground utilities and the ability to identify surface features associated with those utilities.

+ Understanding of basic traffic control and the hazards associated with working in and around traffic, with the ability to follow all safety precautions.

+ Ability to create legible field sketches and perform accurate field measurements.

+ Ability to document daily activities clearly and conduct records research related to underground utilities.

+ High school diploma.

+ Valid current driver's license and the ability to obtain a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). card for commercial motor vehicle operation.

+ Ability to follow instructions and work effectively within established procedures.

+ Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment maintenance tasks.

+ Leadership and mentoring skills with the ability to support and guide team members.

+ Positive, can-do attitude and willingness to be trained and mentored.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

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Experience with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE).

+ Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) experience.

+ Land surveying and general surveying experience.

+ Experience using CADD software.

+ Project coordination experience and strong technical skills.

+ Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

+ NULCA or other relevant industry certification.

+ Ability to perform additional equipment maintenance tasks beyond basic requirements.

+ Interest in continuous learning supported by training, mentoring, and career development resources.

Work Environment

This role involves working primarily in the field, often in and around active traffic, requiring strict…