Utility Locator

Overview

Compensation
$18.00 Hourly

Job Information
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DIG (811344) to connect with our hiring team today! If you are an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys independent field work and is looking to start your career, consider an exciting long-term opportunity  are America’s leader in underground utility damage prevention and advanced infrastructure services, performing more than 84 million locates each year for more than 1,400 telecommunications, electric, gas, water, and sewer utilities and municipalities nationwide.

Our mission is to deliver quality, efficient, safe, and innovative solutions to protect our partners’ infrastructure and critical assets. At USIC, we lead from the Ground Up. Our communities are your communities.

We offer a quality training program and opportunities for advancement. No prior locating experience is required, but experienced locators are encouraged to apply. Technicians spend their workdays on the go, independently working in the field using our company-provided vehicle. We use best-in-class ticket and claims management systems to ensure clear and complete mark-out services for excavators or property owners at the work site.

• 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 mark the location, complete the necessary documentation, and photograph each locate.

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

• 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; able to 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, maps, and prints
• Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners

• 100% paid training – We invest in you from day one
• Company vehicle & fuel card – All work-related expenses are covered
• Company laptop, phone, and equipment – Access to advanced technology
• 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 – Even in your first year
• Weekend & holiday on-call pay – Earn extra on weekends/holidays
• Technician Incentive Plan – Bonuses based on quality and safety results
• Career Path Program (CPP) – Promotions and advancement opportunities
• USIC All Stars – Employee recognition program with redeemable points
• Tenure Boots Program – $200 voucher for boot purchases on anniversary each year
• Education Partnership & Scholarship Program – Discounted tuition for employees and families
• Employee discounts & perks – Retail and service provider discounts

What We Need from You (Continued)

• Able to work outdoors in varied weather; previous outdoor experience is a plus
• Strong computer proficiency
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts
• Able to pass a drug screen
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Able to work in confined spaces; able to lift up to 75 lbs
• Able to distinguish color-coded wiring
• Able to read locate tickets, maps, and prints
• Strong communication with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners

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

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