811 Utility Locator II - Alachua, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy & Suwannee Counties

McKim and Creed•Pensacola, FL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The 811 Utility Locator II performs single-utility underground locating across Alachua, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Lafayette, Levy, and Suwannee Counties. This field-based role requires independent management of assigned 811 tickets, troubleshooting of nonroutine conditions, accurate documentation, and practical assistance to less-experienced teammates. The assignment remains dedicated to one utility type. The position involves local daily travel and scheduled emergency/on-call coverage. The locator reviews ticket instructions, excavation limits, maps, and available records; selects appropriate electromagnetic locating methods within training and authorization; verifies indications and recognizes limitations; and accurately marks the assigned utility. The role also involves ticket prioritization, detailed notes and photographs, accurate positive responses, communication with stakeholders, support for field reviews and corrective actions, equipment readiness, and completion of safety requirements. McKim & Creed describes itself as an employee-first company and offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, competitive pay, paid leave, training and growth opportunities, professional development, and a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

Six to ten years of hands-on underground utility locating experience.
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 assigned 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 the ability to communicate clearly 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 work 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 essential 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.
Motivated 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 locating work.
Select and apply appropriate electromagnetic locating methods within training and authorization.
Verify indications and recognize interference, conflicting information, and limitations in the available locating evidence.
Locate and accurately mark the assigned underground utility.
Troubleshoot nonroutine locating conditions and seek supervisor or technical assistance when uncertainty remains.
Escalate conditions that prevent a supported mark, clearance, or ticket completion.
Manage assigned tickets according to due times, travel, field conditions, and service commitments while maintaining safe, 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 assigned corrective actions; preserve relevant records and report facts accurately.
Complete daily safety requirements, maintain equipment readiness, and participate in scheduled emergency/on-call coverage.
Travel locally throughout the assigned service area and work the assigned schedule, including required overtime and scheduled emergency/on-call coverage.
Perform outdoor field duties, including walking on uneven terrain, working in varying weather, and carrying and operating locating equipment.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); employees are owners and benefit from profits earned.
Competitive pay.
Paid holidays.
Bereavement leave.
Parental leave.
Medical leave.
Military leave.
Multiple office locations.
Growth opportunities and mentoring and training programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Professional development programs and online courses.
Collaborative, supportive team.