 Utility Locate Technician – Land Surveying

Position: Utility Locate Technician – Land Surveying

Location: Carmel, IN / Northside Indianapolis

At Weihe Engineers, our Land Surveying operation is the front line of every project—transforming
real estate assets into precise data that drives land development across Indiana and beyond.A

A glance at what you’ll actually do here

As a Utility Locate Technician, you will work independently as well as with other team members to
accurately capture existing site features (at or below grade), research and compile utility /
infrastructure information, operate sensitive technology, and produce site data.

More on this role and your career advancement

This position is part of our growing land surveying operation of almost 40 teammates.
Advancement opportunities include Sr. Utility Locate Technician or leading a team of ULTs. If
interested in expanding your professional skills to land surveying, there are career development
opportunities to make this happen.

Your Responsibilities

• Thoroughly and correctly identify, locate, and mark public and private utilities, abandoned

utilities, and other underground anomalies within specified areas using electromagnetic
locating equipment and ground penetrating radar

• Thoroughly and clearly document locate findings with photos, sketches, and field notes

• Effectively communicate locate findings to Project Manager and on-site crews

• Read and understand utility maps or plans

• Assist Land Surveying Field Technicians and / or Crew Chiefs as needed

Qualifications

• Two plus years of locating utilities

• High level of accuracy and thoroughness

• High aptitude for problem solving

• Responsible

• Hard working and at acceptable pace

• Aptitude for using electronic and technological equipment

• Valid driver’s license with good, proven driving record (company-provided truck)

• Ability to work outdoors full-time and year-round

• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.

• Ability to read maps

• Self-motivated

• Able to work independently as well as with others

• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs., walk long distances over varied terrain, and work in all

seasonal climates

• Great attitude and solid work ethic

• Highly dependable

• Excellent communication skills

• Willingness to work overtime (paid), including some weekend work (when needed)

• Valid driver's license and proven driving record

Must-haves

• Interest in pre-construction, site / civil engineering design, and land surveying industries

• General understanding of public and private utility systems including electric, gas, oil,

steam, communications, water, sewer, irrigation, etc.

• Understanding of hazards associated with utility systems and how to safely locate utilities

• Experience with and understanding principles of ground penetrating radar

• Experience with and understanding principles of electromagnetic locating equipment

Total compensation and benefits:

• Compensation includes base hourly compensation plus paid 1.5x for hours over 40 in a

week on bi-weekly base. Your exact final offer will reflect your experience, credentials, and
the value you bring. A company truck is also provided for commute and work.

• Health & wellness – health insurance (company-paid option), dental (company paid

option), vision and a lot more. Plus, an on-site fitness center with private locker rooms and
a private wellness room. Paid maternity and paid new-parent leave too.

competitive base pay including being paid bi-weekly for hours over 40 in a week… finances
you can actually control. Every employee is provided company-paid Short-Term and Long-
Term Disability insurance and company-paid life insurance up to $200,000. Refer a well-
known person and pick up to $5,000 in Employee Referral Bonus.

• Time & flexibility – paid time off, flexible work schedules that protect real work-life

balance, paid holidays with two floating holidays.

• Community & purpose – encouragement and support to serve others in the community.

What’s your favorite org or cause?

• Career – ask us about Weihe University, our career development plans, and regular check-

ins to support your professional development progress. You might also choose to
participate in our Tuition Reimbursement Program for certifications, degrees, and
licensure.

About Weihe Engineers

Established in 1960 with nearly 100 employees and headquartered in Carmel, IN / Northside
Indianapolis. Weihe Engineers, has been recognized as a Top Workplaces and is on the IBJ list of
largest engineering firms—recognition that says a lot about our culture, leadership and steady
growth.

We value and believe in: caring for each other, our clients, and the work we do; helping you seek
opportunities to learn and grow; serving with integrity to create trust by doing what’s right and
putting others first; having a positive and proactive attitude leading to better behavior and better
outcomes. We live these four core values every day and know you’ll be proud to serve here.

Ready to get introduced?

If you're looking for a great place to work with great people, room to grow your career, and with the
work / life balance you want, send us your resume at connect@weihe.net and let's get introduced.
Applying is quick… resume first, conversation second, interview third. We look forward to taking
the time to get to know you better and more importantly, for you to get to know us better. These
are big decisions and we want to do it right.