Utility Locator

Utility Locator

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, then consider an exciting long-term career  are America’s leader in underground utility damage prevention and advanced infrastructure services, performing more than 84 million locates each year for the more than 1 400 telecommunications, electric, gas, water, and sewer utilities and municipalities we serve nationwide.

Our mission is to deliver quality, efficient, safe, and innovative solutions to protect our partners’ infrastructure and critical assets.

We are looking for individuals who consider themselves problem solvers, take pride in public safety, and thrive in a fast‑paced, exciting work environment. No prior locating experience is required, but experienced locators are encouraged to apply. Our technicians spend their workdays on the go, independently working in the field using a company‑provided vehicle, and 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.

$22.00 Hourly

• 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.

The positions are daytime, full‑time with a 48‑hour turnaround time on many locates. You must be able to work overtime, weekend shifts, and on‑call shifts (including nights), dependent on the needs of the business.

• 100% paid training – We're invested in you, starting on your first day.
• High‑quality company vehicle and fuel card – All work‑related expenses paid.
• Company laptop, phone, and 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.
• PTO & paid holidays from your first year.
• Weekend & holiday on‑call pay.
• Technician Incentive Plan – Bonuses based on quality and safety.
• Career Path Program (CPP) – Growth and promotion opportunities.
• USIC All Stars – Employee recognition program.
• Tenure Boots Program – $200 voucher for new work boots on your first anniversary and every year after.
• Education Partnership & Scholarship Program – Discounted tuition, credit hours, and scholarships through Indiana Tech.
• Employee discounts & perks at major retailers and service providers.

• 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 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.

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