Underground Utility Locator

Great Opportunity for Outdoor Work and Freedom!

Salary: $21.00 – $25.00 per hour

We are recruiting Underground Utility Locators in your area for a rewarding career! Vannguard is currently seeking new team members with the right attitude in a drug-free environment. Our Underground Utility Locators are responsible, self‑motivated individuals who enjoy the freedom of working outdoors. We will train the right individual who is committed to safety, comfortable working on their own, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in completing a job well done.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive a company vehicle directly from home to job sites in response to routine ticket requests, emergencies, and relocates.
• Utilize the provided mapping tools and other location information, along with locating equipment, to locate underground utilities including, but not limited to: electric and gas utilities, telephone and other communication lines.
• Indicate utility locations through the utilization of paint, flags, and communicate other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities.
• Respond to after‑hours emergency call‑outs in accordance with the established rotation schedule.

Benefits

• Company vehicle
• Paid training
• Competitive wages
• Dental, health and life insurance
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Paid vacation
• Overtime pay

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude

• Computer skills
• Valid driver’s license in applicable state of employment
• Ability to work overtime when duties cannot be performed within a normal work schedule
• Subject to Vannguard’s Drug‑Free Workplace Program and complete a pre‑employment drug screening
• Able to self‑manage and communicate with supervisors and clients in a timely manner

Physical Demands

• Drive 50 to 300+ miles daily as required by the assigned geographic locating area
• Get in and out of a vehicle 50+ times a day
• Stand and walk lengthy distances (1+ mile) over uneven terrain in all weather conditions
• Sit for long periods of time while driving
• Lift and/or move 50 to 150 pounds
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions

Education

• High school or equivalent (required)

License

• Driver’s license (required)

Work Location

• Multiple locations

This Job Is

• A job for which military‑experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Job Type

Full‑time

COVID‑19 Considerations

This position is outdoors and involves minimal contact and interaction with others.

Compensation Package

• Hourly pay $21.00 – $25.00 per hour
• Overtime pay

Physical Setting

• Outdoor work

Schedule

• 10‑hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime

Experience

• Computer skills: 1 year (preferred)
• Utility locating: 1 year (preferred)

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Utilities

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