Utility Locator - Underground
Listed on 2026-06-26
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Heavy Equipment Operator, Maintenance Worker, Construction Labor / Trades, General Labor
Description
Team Fishel is interviewing for highly qualified Underground Utility Locators who will manage constantly changing work areas in order to mark underground utilities at various construction job sites for the purpose of damage prevention.
The average wage range for this position is between $20 and $30/hour, dependent on level of experience. This is an excellent opportunity located in our Columbus, OH office.
Utility Locator Requirements- 1+ years experience preferred.
- A Valid CDL-A is a plus.
- Prior construction experience is a plus.
Technicians use locating equipment by holding a receiver weighing up to 5 pounds.
Techs are required to drive from job to job using a map and/or GPS device; utilize a laptop computer for reading and interpreting utility maps, managing work orders, documenting and sketching what markings were placed for the work order.
Techs walk on all types of terrain (grass, gravel, dirt and roadways).
Techs work outside in all weather conditions; use assigned communication equipment to effectively communicate with excavators and company personnel regarding underground facilities while utilizing industry safety practices.
Techs are required to enter confined spaces, remove and replace manhole lids weighing up to 150 pounds in order to properly locate buried utility lines; squat, kneel, use hands and fingers to push buttons, hold receiver (piece of locate equipment) and swing back and forth repeatedly while holding a paint stick in the other hand for marking ground and roadways up to 8 hours a day.
Additionally, the Utility Locator must have a passion for working safely and doing the job right the first time; as Accident‑Free is our lead value at Team Fishel. Meeting and exceeding expectations and delivering high performance in this role is critical; there is strong potential upside, as the Columbus area business continues to grow.
Company Mission & Values- Team Fishel
Mission is to be the Best Choice in the Utility Construction and Network Installation services for our customer, teammate, and suppliers. - Team Fishels
Values are to be accident free, to honor our commitments, promote Team Fishel, being the solution, commit to high performance, fund the cash profit sharing plan, and to remain union free. - Team Fishel
believes in the continual development of its teammates by providing training in safety, industry, and leadership. - Team Fishel
offers career advancement, excellent fleet, equipment, & tooling, competitive pay and benefits, including healthcare, life insurance, 401k, and a profit sharing plan.
Team Fishel is a safe, drug‑free workplace. As a condition of hire, Teammates must pass a drug test and a background check.
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Team Fishel offers excellent industry training and a career development path for our teammates. Competitive pay and benefits, including health insurance, 401k, and a company profit sharing plan.
EEO StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Team Fishel is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities/Females/Disability/Protected Veteran.
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