Utility Locator (Hourly)

We are a growing fiber and wireless Internet provider serving communities across Southern Wisconsin and Northern Illinois. We own and operate multiple regional networks and brands and we’re expanding: building new fiber infrastructure and bringing best-in-class, high-speed Internet to our residential and business customers.

We are a local team with decades of experience in the industry. We started with a simple idea: that smaller communities deserve the same quality Internet as big cities. We’re hands‑on, we take pride in doing the work right, and we’re looking for people who want to build something real and local and grow with us for the long term.

About the Role We are looking to add a Utility Locator to our growing field operations team. This role is responsible for accurately identifying and marking our buried fiber and infrastructure to prevent damage during third‑party excavation work, and to protect both the network and the public.

You’ll work closely with the Director of Field Operations, our construction crews, and dispatch to respond to locate tickets, coordinate with excavators and municipalities, and ensure we stay fully compliant with state one‑call laws.

Accurately locate and our buried fiber, conduit, and related infrastructure using electromagnetic locating equipment and site documentation

Document locate work thoroughly, including photos, sketches, GPS data, and ticket notes

Communicate professionally with excavators, contractors, homeowners, and municipal staff on site

Identify and escalates conflicts, unmarked facilities, or potential damage risks

Maintain locating equipment, vehicles, and PPE in safe and working condition

Coordinate with construction and engineering teams on complex or high‑risk locates

Support the buildout of our in‑house locate program, including helping train additional staff as the team grows

Comply with all applicable state one‑call laws, OSHA safety standards, and Company policies

Comfortable working independently in the field, often across multiple jobsites in a day

Professional with customers, contractors, and the public

Physically comfortable working outdoors in varied weather, on foot, and in various terrain

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work outdoors year‑round, and walk extended distances on jobsites

Prior experience performing utility locates (telecom, electric, gas, or water)

Familiarity with electromagnetic locating equipment (Vivax, Radiodetection, 3M, or similar)

Experience with GIS tools, GPS equipment, or construction management software (Vetro, Vitruvi, etc.)

NULCA certification or equivalent training

Experience in telecom, fiber, or underground utility construction

Hourly Pay Starting at $23.00/hour depending on experience

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company‑paid life and disability coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

Company vehicle, equipment, and PPE provided

Why Join Us Growth: We are scaling fast, and we’re building our in‑house locate program from the ground up: real opportunity to grow into a lead role

Impact: You’ll be protecting critical infrastructure that brings high‑speed internet to underserved communities

Team: Small, skilled, field‑first. Equal Opportunity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Pay From $23.00 per hour

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Experience Underground utilities installation: Construction management software: