Utility Locator (Mercer, WI)
About The Position
Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is hiring an experienced Utility Locator to locate underground utilities and help protect utility infrastructure. The company has operated since 2001 and works nationwide on utility locating, inspection, and sewer imaging projects. This professional role is suited to a self-motivated locator who can work independently in an assigned territory while communicating effectively with excavators, property owners, and team members. The position is full-time and requires at least two years of utility locating experience. The locator must work in all weather conditions, maintain company equipment and vehicles, participate in an on-call rotation, and be willing to travel, work overtime, and follow flexible schedules. Compensation is listed as $18.00–$30.00 per hour, with pay from door to door.
Requirements
- At least two years of utility locating experience.
- Strong knowledge of 811 laws and best locating practices.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to pass a drug screen.
- Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
- Willingness to work overtime and flexible schedules.
- Maintain a tobacco-free company vehicle.
- Consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with excavators, property owners, and team members.
Responsibilities
- Locate underground utilities in compliance with applicable 811 dig laws.
- Read and interpret utility maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data.
- Use electronic locating equipment and multiple locating methods.
- Accurately mark utilities with 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.
Benefits
- 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.
- Pay from door to door.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
