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Utility Locate Technician

Metro Communications Co.
Pontiac, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 11/11/2025 CLOSED ON 1/3/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Locate Technician position at Metro Communications Co.?

Position: Utility Locator

Job Summary: The Utility locator will be responsible for locating outside plant fiber and coax facilities. Duties include locating underground and above ground assets and identifying specified attribute information. The technicians will be required to travel throughout Central Illinois. Candidates must be able to work independently and possess a high regard for safety.

Qualifications:

* Must possess a valid Illinois driver’s license
* Must have a safe driving record
* Must have prior utility locating experience
* Must be able to travel
* Basic computer skills required
* Ability to follow IDOT safety standards when working in the ROW

Preferred Experience:

* Knowledge of coordinate systems and datums
* Experience using locate equipment
* Experience using Google Earth/ Interpreting and creating kmz files
* Ability to read As-Builts

Benefits

* Challenging work in a positive environment
* Small business culture
* Working for a growing and respected firm
* Healthcare Benefits
* 401k Match Program

Compensation

Pay starts at $22 pending experience.

Benefit Conditions:

  • Waiting period may apply

Work Remotely

  • No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $22

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