Utility Locator

Job Details

Location: Ft. Wayne, IN 46774

Company: Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc.

Position:
Utility Locator

Type:
Full Time, Employee

Relevant

Work Experience:

2 years Locator experience required.

• Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets per 811 dig laws.
• Uses utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, GIS information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment.
• Utilizes flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities.
• Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved.
• Take pictures of utility line located for each 811 ticket.
• Investigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities.
• Candidate needs to be comfortable with using cell phone‑based app to record locating marks for client property for excavators and property owners. App holds photos and enables locators to complete all documents needed for locate.
• 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.
• Ability to 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 valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification.
• Must be available to work varying schedules and overtime.
• Maintains 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!

JDH Contracting, Inc. and Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.

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