What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Line Locator position at J&M LOCATING LLC?
Job Overview
As a Utility Line Locator, you’ll help protect underground infrastructure by identifying and marking utility lines before excavation begins. You’ll use utility locating devices, review site information, and communicate findings clearly to clients and construction crews. The role combines field service with outdoor work across varied job sites. Your impact: Accurate utility marking helps crews plan safer excavation and reduces the risk of damage to underground utilities.
Responsibilities
- Locate and mark underground utilities, including cabling, using appropriate locating devices and methods.
- Review construction plans, site plans, and schematics to understand site conditions and identify potential conflicts.
- Document findings and explain markings, limitations, and site conditions to clients and construction teams.
- Follow safety protocols while working near active utilities, construction activity, and changing outdoor conditions.
- Operate a company vehicle and maintain locating equipment and field records.
Skills
- Utility locating, utility marking, and experience with utility locating devices are central to this role.
- Service technician, field service, land surveying, or construction site experience is helpful, as is experience in the energy and utilities sector.
- Ability to interpret site plans, construction plans, and schematics; familiarity with ground-penetrating radar or vacuum excavation for utility detection is a plus.
- Demonstrated safety protocol adherence, clear client communication, and comfort with outdoor work are important.
- A valid driver’s license and safe company vehicle operation are required.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $25