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Gas & Electric Utility Locator

Job in City of Poughkeepsie, Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, New York, 12601, USA
Listing for: USIC
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Field/Service Technician, General Labor
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 19.5 USD Hourly USD 19.50 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: City of Poughkeepsie

Gas & Electric Utility Locator

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Compensation

$19.50 per hour (starting range $19.50 – $35.00 for experienced locators).

Company Overview

USIC is the leading underground utility damage prevention company, performing more than 84 million locates each year for over 1,400 utilities and municipalities nationwide. Our mission is to deliver quality, efficient, safe, and innovative solutions to protect our partners' infrastructure and critical assets.

Job Description

Are you an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys independent field work and is looking to jump start your career? If you are a quality‑conscious, safety focused, hard‑working individual, consider an exciting long‑term career at USIC! No prior locating experience is needed, but experienced locators are encouraged to apply. Our technicians spend their workdays on the go, independently working in the field using their company‑provided vehicle.

We use best‑in‑class ticket and claims management systems to ensure clear and complete mark‑out services for the excavator or property owner at the work site.

Your Responsibilities as a Locator
  • Correctly, safely, and efficiently locate underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer systems.
  • Thoroughly search for underground utilities in a designated area, accurately marking the location, completing the necessary documentation, and photographing each locate.

These are daytime, full‑time positions. You must be able to work overtime, weekend shifts, and on‑call shifts (including nights and weekends), dependent upon the needs of the business. We have a 48‑hour turnaround time on many locates, which means we generally work the day after holidays and some weekends, as needed.

What We Need from You
  • Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Previous outdoor experience is a plus.
  • Computer proficiency.
  • Available to work overtime, weekends, and on‑call shifts as needed.
  • Able to pass a drug screen (this is a safety‑sensitive position).
  • Valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
  • Able to work in a confined space; walk, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
  • Able to distinguish between colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities.
  • Able to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, as well as maps and prints.
  • Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.
Benefits
  • 100% paid training – We’re invested in you, starting on your first day.
  • High‑quality company vehicle & fuel card – All work‑related expenses are paid.
  • Company laptop, phone, & equipment – Advanced technology you can count on.
  • Daily Pay – Access your pay when you need it.
  • Comprehensive insurance options – Medical, dental, vision, and life.
  • 401(k) with company match – We’ll help you save for the long term.
  • PTO & paid holidays – Even in your first year.
  • Weekend & holiday on‑call pay – Earn extra money while on call over the weekend or a company holiday, even if not called out to an emergency.
  • Technician Incentive Plan – Bonuses based on individual quality and safety results.
  • Career Path Program (CPP) – Unmatched in our industry.
  • USIC All Stars – Employee recognition program; redeem points for gift cards or merchandise.
  • Tenure Boots Program – $200 voucher to buy a new pair of work boots on your first anniversary and every year after.
  • Education Partnership & Scholarship Program – Discounted tuition for employees and dependents through Indiana Tech.
  • Employee discounts & perks – Outstanding discounts at major retailers and service providers.
Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industry

Utilities

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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