Utility Locator

Required Skills & Experience
• High school diploma or equivalent\n\t• 3+ years of underground utility locating experience\n\t\t• Experience locating gas utilities\n\t• Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle\n\t• Ability to work independently in a field environment\n\t• Ability to pass background and drug screening requirements

Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• 3+ years of natural gas utility locating experience\n\t• Experience with electromagnetic locating equipment\n\t• Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) experience\n\t• Utility mapping experience\n\t• Utility construction or excavation experience\n\t• Experience working for a utility contractor, locating company, or gas utility\n\t• Knowledge of underground utility infrastructure and safe excavation practices

Job Description

Job Description\nInsight Global is seeking a Utility Locator (Gas) / Damage Prevention Specialist to support utility infrastructure projects throughout the Houston area. This individual will be responsible for locating and marking underground gas utilities prior to excavation activities using electromagnetic locating equipment. The role is highly field-based and requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Personal vehicle is required (mileage reimbursement + monthly vehicle allowance)\nThe ideal candidate will have previous gas utility locating experience and a strong understanding of underground utility systems, excavation practices, and damage prevention procedures. This position offers the opportunity to work on a variety of residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects while helping ensure safe excavation and regulatory compliance.\n\nResponsibilities\n\t• Locate and mark underground gas utilities using electromagnetic locating equipment\n\t• Perform field investigations and utility mapping activities\n\t• Read and interpret utility maps, records, and construction documents\n\t• Accurately document utility locations and field findings\n\t• Communicate with homeowners, contractors, excavators, and project stakeholders\n\t• Travel throughout the Houston market to complete assigned work\n\t• Work independently to manage daily assignments and schedules\n\t• Support damage prevention, utility coordination, and infrastructure projects\n\t• Follow all company safety and compliance standards