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Underground Utility Locator
Job in
West Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa, 50265, USA
Listed on 2026-01-10
Listing for:
Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-10
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
General Labor, Outdoor / Nature -
Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
General Labor, Outdoor / Nature
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Great Opportunity for Outdoor Work and Freedom!
Salary: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour.
We are recruiting Underground Utility Locators in your area for a rewarding career.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities- Drive a company vehicle from home to job sites in response to routine ticket requests, emergencies, and relocations.
- Utilize mapping tools and locating equipment to find underground utilities including electric, gas, telephone, and other communication lines.
- Mark utility locations with paint, flags, and communicate relevant information to excavation personnel or authorities.
- Respond to after‑hours emergency call‑outs according to the established rotation schedule.
- Company vehicle
- Paid training
- Competitive wages
- Dental, health and life insurance
- 401(k) and matching
- Paid vacation
- Overtime
- Computer skills
- Valid driver’s license in the applicable state of employment.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
- Subject to Vannguard's drug‑free workplace program and pre‑employment drug screening.
- Self‑management and timely communication with supervisors and clients.
- Drive 50 to 300+ miles daily as required by the assigned geographic area.
- Get in and out of a vehicle 50+ times a day.
- Stand and walk lengthy distances over uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
- Sit for long periods while driving.
- Lift and/or move 50–150 pounds.
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- High school diploma or equivalent (Required)
- Driver’s license (Required)
- Multiple locations
- A job for which military‑experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.
Full‑time
COVID‑19 ConsiderationsThis position is outdoors and involves minimal contact and interaction with others.
Schedule- 10‑hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On‑call
- Overtime
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
- Utility locating: 1 year (Preferred)
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