Locator - Locate Services Division; Fairdale, KY

Job Details:

Job Location:

Fairdale, KY 40118. Position Type:
Full Time. Salary Range: $0.01 - $0.01 Hourly.

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 per 811 dig laws
• Use utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, G.I.S. 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 utility line located for each 811 ticket
• Investigate and prepare detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities
• Use a cell phone–based app to record locating marks for client property for excavators and property owners. The app holds photos and enables locators to complete all documents needed for locate
• 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, general public, etc., to exchange information and 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 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