811 Utility Locator II

McKim and Creed • Pensacola, FL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The 811 Utility Locator II supports 811 underground utility locating for Pinellas County Water & Sewer. This is a single-utility, field-based position with local daily travel and scheduled emergency/on-call coverage. The locator independently manages assigned tickets, handles nonroutine conditions, maintains accurate documentation, and provides practical assistance to less-experienced teammates. The assignment remains dedicated to one utility; additional utility types will not be added to the workload.

The role requires applying appropriate electromagnetic locating methods within the employee’s training and authorization, verifying indications, recognizing limitations and conflicting information, and accurately marking the assigned underground utility. The locator manages ticket priorities and service commitments, communicates field conditions and service risks, completes documentation and safety requirements, and keeps equipment ready. Work may involve overtime, 50 or more hours during busy periods, and occasional overnight travel.

Requirements

• Six to ten years of hands-on underground utility locating experience as a Utility Locator or SUE Technician.
• Demonstrated ability to complete assigned locates independently, interpret ticket instructions and maps, and recognize the limits of available locating evidence.
• Working knowledge of electromagnetic locating receivers and transmitters, troubleshooting methods, positive responses, and 811 ticket documentation.
• Ability to manage priorities, communicate service risks, and seek assistance before uncertainty becomes a quality or safety issue.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to assist developing locators while following established company and client methods.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including clear communication with coworkers, supervisors, excavators, property owners, and client representatives.
• Ability to use mobile devices, email, and assigned ticket-management applications; training is provided as needed.
• Ability to travel locally each workday throughout the assigned service area and meet the assigned schedule, including overtime and scheduled emergency/on-call coverage; occasional overnight travel is required.
• Ability to work 50 or more hours during busy periods, as required.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, carry, and operate equipment as needed on the project.
• Ability to perform outdoor field duties, including walking on uneven terrain, working in varying weather, and carrying and operating locating equipment, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record; successful completion of required background screening and drug testing.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on underground electric power locating experience.
• Experience locating multiple utility types and resolving difficult or conflicting field conditions.
• Experience with UtiliSphere or comparable 811 ticket-management systems.
• Examples of improving locating quality, helping another locator develop, and producing complete, useful field records.
• Current Commercial Driver’s License.
• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with 811 ticket managing.
• Motivation to learn and develop a career path.
• Alignment with McKim & Creed’s core values and culture.

Responsibilities

• Review 811 ticket instructions, excavation limits, utility maps, and available records to plan assigned locating work.
• Select and apply appropriate electromagnetic locating methods within training and authorization.
• Verify indications and recognize interference, conflicting information, and other limitations.
• Locate and accurately mark the assigned underground utility.
• Troubleshoot nonroutine conditions, request assistance when uncertainty remains, and escalate conditions that prevent a supported mark, clearance, or completion.
• Manage assigned tickets according to due times, travel, field conditions, and service commitments while maintaining safe and accurate work.
• Maintain clear notes, required post-locate photographs, accurate positive responses, and complete ticket records in the assigned system.
• Communicate field issues, access restrictions, delays, and service needs to supervisors, coordinators, excavators, or client representatives.
• Assist less-experienced locators with approved methods, documentation, and field questions; share practices and provide feedback through the Field Supervisor.
• Support field reviews, damage or near-miss fact gathering, and corrective actions as assigned; preserve relevant records and report facts accurately.
• Complete daily safety requirements, maintain equipment readiness, and participate in scheduled emergency/on-call coverage.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); all employees are owners and benefit from profits earned.
• Competitive pay.
• Paid holidays.
• Bereavement, parental, medical, and military leave.
• Multiple office locations.
• Mentoring and training programs.
• Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and online courses.
• Collaborative, supportive team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED