Utility Locator (Winamac, IN)
About The Position
Northern Lights Locating & Inspection, Inc. is hiring an experienced Utility Locator in Winamac, Indiana. The company has protected underground utility infrastructure since 2001 and performs nationwide utility locating, inspection, and sewer imaging projects. This is a full-time employee role for a self-motivated professional who can work independently in an assigned territory, with operational support and modern locating technology. The work involves locating underground utilities in compliance with 811 laws, using electronic equipment and multiple locating methods, marking utilities, and documenting work through a mobile app. The position also participates in an on-call rotation and requires working in all weather conditions, maintaining company equipment and vehicles, and communicating with excavators, property owners, and team members. The posted pay range is $20.00–$30.00 per hour, and pay is door to door.
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of utility locating experience is preferred.
- 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.
- Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
- Consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Ability to work independently and without supervision.
- Ability to travel.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with utility maps, as-built drawings, GIS data, electronic locating equipment, and multiple locating methods.
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.
- Accurately mark utilities using paint and flags.
- Document work using 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.
- Maintain a tobacco-free company vehicle.
Benefits
- Competitive pay of $20.00–$30.00 per hour, paid 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
