Utility Locator & GIS Surveyor

Title: Utility Locator & GIS Surveyor

Location: Independence, MO

Salary: $70,700 to 84,200

Schedule: 980 schedule

Olin Winchester, LLC (“Winchester”), considered one of the world’s leading ammunition manufacturers,is seeking a Utility Locator to work at the US Army’s premier small caliber manufacturing facility located in Independence, MO.

Focus: The Utility Locator GIS Technician is responsible for accurately identifying, locating, and marking underground utilities such as gas, water, sewer, electric, and telecommunications lines to ensure safe excavation activities and prevent damage to infrastructure. This role involves using advanced locating equipment, interpreting utility maps and blueprints, and coordinating with contractors, construction teams, and project managers.

Essential Job Functions:

• Accurately locate and mark underground utilities (gas, water, electric, telecom) using specialized equipment.
• Interpret and cross-reference utility maps, blueprints, and engineering drawings.
• Document all utility locations with detailed reports for project teams and future references.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate locating equipment to ensure accuracy.
• Communicate with stakeholders to provide utility location data and address site safety concerns.
• Act as the sites Geographic Information System (GIS) Technician collecting geospatial site survey data in the field and maintaining the GIS software with current information.
  
  

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in utility locating is a plus.
• 2 years of experience in utility locating or a related field.
• 2 years of experience with GIS databases and geospatial surveying.
• Proficiency with locating equipment and the ability to read maps and blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Physical capability for outdoor work, including walking, lifting, and standing for extended periods.
  
  

Location-Specific Requirements:

• Must possess a valid US driver's license
• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.
• This position requires successful vetting for unescorted access in accordance with U.S. Army and Department of Defense access policies. To meet the government-facility requirements, the candidate must be a US citizen.
  
  

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• Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.
• Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
  
  

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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