Utility Locator (Sterling Heights, MI)
About The Position
Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is hiring an experienced Utility Locator to locate underground utilities in Sterling Heights, Michigan. The company has protected underground utility infrastructure since 2001 and works nationwide on utility locating, inspection, and sewer imaging projects. This is a full-time employee position for a self-motivated professional who can work independently and manage an assigned work area without close supervision. The role involves complying with 811 dig laws, interpreting utility records, using electronic locating technology and multiple locating methods, accurately marking utilities, and documenting work through a mobile app. The position also includes investigating and documenting excavation-related utility damages and participating in an on-call rotation. Employees must be willing to work in all weather conditions, travel, maintain company equipment and vehicles, communicate effectively with excavators, property owners, and coworkers, and work overtime or flexible schedules as needed.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of utility locating experience.
- Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locate practices.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to pass a drug screen.
- Willingness to work overtime and flexible schedules.
- Maintain a tobacco-free company vehicle.
- Consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to work independently and without supervision.
- Willingness to travel.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working on nationwide utility locating, inspection, and sewer imaging projects.
Responsibilities
- Locate underground utilities in compliance with all 811 dig laws.
- Read and interpret utility maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data.
- Use electronic locating equipment and multiple locating methods.
- Mark utilities accurately using paint and flags.
- Document work in a mobile app, including photos and reports.
- Investigate and document excavation-related utility damages.
- Participate in an on-call rotation.
- Maintain company equipment and vehicles.
- Communicate effectively with excavators, property owners, and team members.
- Travel for work and be willing to work in all weather conditions.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $20.00–$30.00 per hour; pay is door to door.
- Paid holidays and paid time off.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Independence in the assigned work area.
- Strong operational support and modern locating technology.
- Nationwide project experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
