Underground Utility Locator

Underground Utility Locator

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Great Opportunity for Outdoor Work and Freedom! We are recruiting Underground Utility Locators in your area for a rewarding career. Vannguard is currently seeking new team members with the right attitude in a drug‑free environment. Our Underground Utility Locators are responsible, self‑motivated individuals who enjoy the freedom of working outdoors. We will train the right individual who is committed to safety, comfortable working on their own, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in completing a job well done.

Salary: $20.00 – $26.00 per hour

• Drive a company vehicle directly from home to job sites in response to routine ticket requests, emergencies, and relocations.
• Utilize the provided mapping tools and other location information, along with locating equipment, to locate underground utilities including electric, gas, telephone, and other communication lines.
• Indicate utility locations through the utilization of paint, flags, and communicate other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities.
• Respond to after‑hours emergency call‑outs in accordance with the established rotation schedule.

• Company vehicle
• Paid training
• Competitive wages
• Dental, health and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Paid vacation
• Overtime compensation
• Paid time off

• Computer skills
• Valid driver's license in applicable state of employment
• Ability to work overtime when duties cannot be performed within a normal work schedule
• Subject to Vannguard's Drug‑Free Workplace Program and pre‑employment drug screening
• Ability to self‑manage and communicate with supervisors and clients in a timely manner

• Drive 50 to 300+ miles daily as required by the assigned geographic locating area
• Get in and out of a vehicle 50+ times a day
• Stand and walk lengthy distances (1+ miles) over uneven terrain in all weather conditions
• Sit for long periods of time while driving
• Lift and/or move 50 to 150 pounds
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions

• High school or equivalent (required)

• Driver's license (required)

• Multiple locations

Full-time

• Computer skills: 1 year (preferred)
• Utility locating: 1 year (preferred)

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime