Underground Utility Locator

Overview

Join our Thornton team as an Underground Utility Locator and enjoy outdoor work and freedom.

Salary: $21.00 per hour (competitive wages).

We are recruiting in your area for a rewarding career. We seek responsible, self‑motivated individuals committed to safety and attention to detail. Training is provided.

• Drive a company vehicle directly from home to job sites in response to routine ticket requests, emergencies, and relocations.
• Use provided mapping tools and locating equipment to find underground utilities (electric, gas, telephone, and other communication lines).
• Indicate utility locations with paint, flags, and communicate relevant information to excavation personnel or authorities.
• Respond to after‑hours emergency call‑outs per the scheduled rotation.

• Company vehicle
• Paid training
• Competitive wages
• Dental, health, and life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Overtime pay

• Computer skills
• Valid driver's license in the state of employment
• Ability to work overtime when required
• Subject to Vannguard's Drug‑Free Workplace Program and required pre‑employment drug screening
• Self‑management and timely communication with supervisors and clients

• Drive 50–300+ miles daily within assigned geographic area
• Get in and out of vehicle 50+ times per day
• Stand and walk >1 mile over uneven terrain in all weather
• Sit for long periods while driving
• Lift or move 50–150 pounds
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

• Valid driver's license (required)

• Multiple locations

• A job for which military‑experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Full‑time

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

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

Entry level