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Utility Locator

Insight Global

Overview:
A client of ours is seeking an Underground Utility Locator to support damage prevention efforts by identifying and marking underground utility lines at construction and excavation sites. This role involves working outdoors in various weather conditions, operating utility locating equipment, interpreting utility maps, managing work orders, and communicating with excavators and field personnel to ensure safe digging practices.


Day to Day:
- Travel to multiple job sites each day using GPS, maps, and assigned work orders.
- Utilize specialized locating equipment to identify and accurately mark underground utility lines to prevent damage during excavation activities.
- Read and interpret utility maps, construction drawings, and work orders using a laptop or other company-provided technology.
- Document completed locates, sketch markings, and maintain accurate records of work performed.
- Communicate directly with excavators, contractors, and utility personnel to provide information on underground facilities and ensure safe digging practices.
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions and navigate various terrains, including grass, gravel, dirt, and roadways.
- Access underground utility infrastructure by entering confined spaces and removing/replacing manhole lids when required.
Perform physically demanding tasks throughout the day, including standing, walking, kneeling, squatting, lifting, and marking utilities with paint while following all safety procedures and industry standards.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to View email address on click.appcast.io learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy:


Required Skills & Experience
- 1+ years of experience in underground utility locating
Education: Highschool


Nice to Have Skills & Experience
- CDL A
Prior construction experience


Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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