Experienced Utility Locator

Job Overview

The Utility Locator plays an integral role in marking underground utilities and meeting our high-quality standards. He/she will conduct locating services for residential and commercial customers within a specified geographical area.

Gatineau, Nepean, Orleans, Ottawa – Unionized position. Hiring for Ottawa, Kanata, Nepean, Barhaven, Orleans, and Gatineau.

The expected wage is $30.68 per hour (2 years experience) to $39.16 per hour (6+ years experience) based on the collective agreement.

Benefits include a comprehensive benefits and pension plan, company-provided vehicle and gas card, laptop and cell phone, and opportunities for career growth.

• Conduct utility locates as required.
• Research and analyze data regarding excavation locations, construction prints and plans to determine actual lines of requested utilities.
• Operate various electronic devices, including use of a receiver wand and transmitter designed to assist in locating and verifying underground utilities such as gas, phone, and fiber optic cables.
• Mark utility lines using spray paint or coloured flags.
• Prepare reports and documentation verifying marked utilities.
• Complete locates to Promark‑Telecon standards and schedules as required.

• At least 2 years of prior experience as a Utility Locator (Damage Prevention Technician).
• Valid G‑class driver’s license with a good driver’s abstract.
• Minimum high school education required.
• Previous construction experience an asset.
• Ability to distinguish colours for marked utilities.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Capacity to carry up to 15 lbs.
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and customer‑service skills.
• Intermediate computer skills, knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Confined space entry training an asset.
• Ability to complete a pre‑employment background check to the satisfaction of the company.

Must be able to perform the physical demands of the position’s work tasks, including movement of equipment and materials, carrying equipment up to 8 lbs. each, and standing or walking for extended periods.

Travel is required as projects will be located throughout the geographic region. Company vehicle and gas card will be provided.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, and we will be glad to provide accommodations upon request for candidates participating in all aspects of the selection process.