Utility Locator

EBA Engineering•Laurel, MD

About The Position

EBA Engineering, Inc. (EBA) is seeking an experienced, dependable, and safety-focused Utility Locator for its field operations team. The role performs underground utility locating services for geotechnical, environmental, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), and construction-related projects throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. EBA uses electromagnetic locating equipment, ground-penetrating radar (GPR), and air/hydro vacuum excavation methods to identify underground utilities and buried structures before construction and drilling activities. When utility locating assignments are not scheduled, the Utility Locator will work alongside drilling and field crews. The role involves interpreting utility maps and plans, operating and maintaining locating equipment, coordinating with project and field personnel, documenting field findings, and following safety procedures in active field environments. Work may take place near underground utilities, active roadways, construction equipment, and excavation activities, and requires outdoor work in varied weather conditions.

Requirements

Previous experience performing underground utility locating activities.
Knowledge of utility locating methods, equipment, and field procedures.
Ability to read and interpret utility maps, plans, and available utility records.
Familiarity with the Miss Utility system and underground utility marking procedures.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with field crews and project personnel.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe field practices.
Ability to perform physically demanding fieldwork, including walking, standing, bending, and working on uneven terrain.
Ability to work outdoors year-round in various weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating electromagnetic utility locating equipment and GPR.
Previous experience performing SUE investigations.
Familiarity with air/hydro vacuum excavation methods.
Experience locating utilities for geotechnical drilling, environmental investigations, or construction projects.
Knowledge of underground utility systems, including water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecommunications infrastructure.
Previous experience working with drilling crews, excavation contractors, or construction field personnel.

Responsibilities

Perform underground utility locating using electromagnetic locating equipment, GPR, and other appropriate methods.
Identify and mark approximate locations of underground utilities and buried structures before drilling, excavation, and construction activities.
Review and interpret utility maps, construction plans, as-built drawings, and available utility records.
Coordinate locating activities with drilling crews, project managers, field supervisors, and other project personnel.
Use the Miss Utility system and review available utility marking information before beginning fieldwork.
Identify potential utility conflicts and communicate findings to field personnel.
Document utility locating activities, field conditions, and identified underground features.
Operate, maintain, and inspect utility locating equipment to promote accurate and reliable field results.
Participate in SUE field investigations and coordinate with crews performing air/hydro vacuum excavation.
Follow established safety procedures when working near underground utilities, active roadways, construction equipment, and excavation activities.
Assist drilling and field crews with general site activities when utility locating assignments are not scheduled.