Utility Locator

Congruex•Kalamazoo, MI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Utility Locator, you will ultimately be responsible for locating and marking underground utilities to support safe excavation and construction activities. You will use digital mapping tools and specialized locating equipment to identify underground infrastructure and help prevent damages. As the Utility Locator, your customers are internal crews, contractors, and utility clients, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company’s success through safety, accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Valid unrestricted driver’s license required
OSHA 10 certification required
Minimum 2 years of recent underground utility locating experience
Experience in utility, telecom, excavation, or construction environments preferred
Basic computer skills
Ability to safely and effectively operate locating equipment
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to lift and move 50–150 lbs. as needed
Ability to stand and walk long distances over uneven terrain
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

Nice To Haves

CDL preferred
Experience locating electric, gas, telecom, and communication utilities
CDL certification
Experience in high-risk utility or construction environments

Responsibilities

Utilize mapping tools, location data, and locating equipment to identify underground utilities, including electric, gas, telephone, and communication lines
Mark utility locations using paint, flags, and approved utility marking methods
Maintain company vehicles and locating equipment to ensure operational readiness
Perform locating duties in standard and high-risk environments while maintaining safety compliance
Travel overnight to job sites as required and perform work in all weather conditions
Complete physical fieldwork and support day-to-day operations safely and efficiently
Additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company
401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting
Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles
10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating)
Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options
Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options)
Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year
Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store
Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more