Locator - Locate Services Division (Louisville, KY)

Job Details: Louisville, KY 40018 Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. was created in March of 2001 to provide services to clients with a need to protect their utility networks. Not just a ‘Paint and Flag’ service, Northern Lights delivers locating and inspection expertise that goes beyond that of traditional utility location. Northern Lights provides protection to our customers’ utility 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have since expanded into Sewer Imaging, inspection, and locating sewer mains/laterals using the latest technology on the market. We also perform inspection work/services on utility projects throughout the United States. Northern Lights Locating and Inspection Inc is looking for Utility Locators. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and a paid time off program. We focus on allowing our locators to run their area independently as needed but there is a support system in place for them as well. Utility Locator – Full Time, Employee Job Summary Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets per 811 dig laws Uses utility maps, as‑built civil engineering drawings, GIS information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment Utilizes flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved Take pictures of utility line located for each 811 ticket Investigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities Candidates need to be comfortable with using a cell phone‑based app to record locating marks for clients’ property for excavators and property owners. The app holds photos and enables locators to complete all documents needed for locate On‑call rotation Job Requirements Know best locate practices, procedures and 811 law Read and interpret utility maps and as‑built civil engineering drawings Maintain cleanliness and good operating condition of all provided equipment and vehicle Ability to maintain a tobacco‑free vehicle Locate underground utilities using multiple methods of locating Understand and carry out written and oral instructions Maintain small‑ to medium‑sized equipment and trucks Complete paperwork and documentation Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction Attention to detail Be able to work in all weather conditions Willingness to travel (75% +) Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills Able to pass a drug screen Must have valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification Must be available to work varying schedules and overtime Maintains regular attendance and punctuality Personal Attributes Self‑motivated and able to learn quickly Team oriented and have exemplary character Safety focused Northern Lights Offers Competitive pay Paid holidays and vacation time Affordable benefits including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD and life 401(k) plan – with match JDH Contracting, Inc. and Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. JDH Contracting, Inc. and Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. participates in E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr Northern Lights Locating & Inspections Inc