Utility Locator

Rodman

Join a dedicated team as a Rodman, where you will play a vital role in supporting survey crews. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career-driven individuals to work outdoors, learn the technical aspects of surveying, and advance quickly within the company.

Responsibilities

• Transmit survey data to proper files in the computer network and acquire data for field use.
• Accurately and efficiently clear lines, establish points, tape, chain, and level for field survey projects as assigned by the Crew Chief.
• Maintain the crew's assigned vehicle by keeping it clean, properly maintained, and stocked with necessary equipment and supplies.
• Report any mechanical or safety-related problems to the Crew Chief.
• Load for transportation, clean, and store field surveying equipment used by the crew.
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with other crew members to ensure timely and accurate completion of assigned projects.
• Observe all safety guidelines and procedures, especially when working around traffic or on active construction sites.
• Accurately identify various types of trees encountered during field survey work.
• Assist in training entry-level rodmen as requested.
• Cut and clear brush and trees from the line of survey.
• Perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, using hands, tools, and controls, reaching with arms, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and lifting/moving up to 50-75 pounds.
• Support SUE work by performing heavy labor, including using a jackhammer, digging, setting up sites, operating vacuum trucks, and site clean-up.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor and work outdoors in extreme Florida elements.
• High school education or GED.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass an MVR check.
• Willingness to travel extensively, up to 5 days during the week, and work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs or more.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in construction, landscaping, or manual labor.
• Ability to learn surveying techniques.
• Previous utility locating or survey experience is a plus.

Work Environment

The role involves working in outdoor environments, often in extreme Florida weather. The workday starts at 6 am, requiring travel to job sites until about 4-5 pm. Overtime is expected and compensated at 1.5x the regular rate. The position may require overnight travel from Monday to Thursday, with lodging and per diem provided. The company operates small crews of 2-3 people, ensuring plenty of breaks during the workday. There is a strong emphasis on job stability, career advancement, and a family-oriented company culture. Employees enjoy access to cutting-edge technology, a significant backlog of work, and a full competitive benefits package once permanent.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gainesville, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $17.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 21, 2026.