Locate Technician at Gridhawk Llc in Downers Grove, IL | Kablio

Role

Description

underground locating

transmitter use

job interpretation

emergency locates

customer communication

terrain navigation

Performs all work in a timely, professional and efficient manner while effectively communicating and interacting with customers, co-employees and third parties
Communication with management team, contractor and utility customer to ensure a damage free environment
Locates underground facilities by using a transmitter and hooking up to a buried facility, pedestal etc.
Works in and walks over all types of terrain in and around construction zones and residential, commercial, industrial and rural areas in all types of weather conditions.
Performs locates and emergency/on-call locates during regular, overtime and holiday hours as necessary to meet customer needs.
Interprets job order tickets, blueprints and maps to efficiently route and perform duties.

Requirements

vacuum truck

driver's license

high school

utility locating

computer skills

problem solving

Ability to read and interrupt prints at a high level
Vacuum truck experience A+
Ability to read, interpret, and decipher multiple types of prints
Ability to walk/stand for multiple hours a day
Ability to work with others and in a supervised team environment
In order to obtain employment with GridHawk LLC, candidate MUST complete a background check. Company policy requires no violations within the last 5 years.
Excellent communication skills needed
Pass a DOT drug test
Ability to problem solve
Driver's License (Required)
State issued driver's license
Ability to lift over 50lbs
High school or equivalent (Required)
Pass a Background screening (no violations within the last 5 years)
Utility Locating: 1 year (Preferred)
High School Diploma or equivalency (GED)
Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Knowledge of technology and tools needed

Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan (Matched by the company)
All personal protective equipment provided
Company vehicle, laptop and smartphone
Long-Term Disability
Health insurance
Health Insurance
401(k) matching
Vision insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Term life Insurance
Paid time off
Dental insurance
Health savings account
Flexible Benefits Plan
Flexible spending account
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass a background check with no violations in the past 5 years.

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Company

Overview

2019 Founded

Year Established

Established in 2019 by Paul Baugher.

19 States

Expansion Reach

Operations expanding across 19 U.S. states.

$100M Revenue

Annual Revenue

Surpassed $100 million in yearly revenue.

Top 5 Firm

Market Position

Recognized as a top-five U.S. utility provider in its niche.

Provides high-stakes utility services, including mapping, leak surveying, and watching-protecting.
Utilizes advanced routing systems and field experts for precise subsurface work.
Serves key infrastructure operators like gas, electric, water, sewer, and telecom.
Leverages technology with on-site expertise to ensure safety and efficiency.

Culture + Values

Provider of a safe work environment for our employees and communities
Building a positive culture focused on touching the lives of people and keeping communities safe by preventing damage to underground infrastructure
Customer‑centric approach with training aimed at improving locate accuracy and on‑time performance to decrease damage rates
Mission to provide the highest quality service while developing meaningful relationships with clients

Environment + Sustainability

No public net‑zero target date stated
No formal environmental or sustainability goals or results disclosed

Inclusion & Diversity

No DEI strategy, goals, results, or gender‑related statistics publicly disclosed

Articles

Reddit – Tips for new locator/leak survey technician

Reddit – Experiences working for GridHawk

MidOcean Partners invests in GridHawk

Role

Description

underground locating

transmitter use

job interpretation

emergency locates

customer communication

terrain navigation

Performs all work in a timely, professional and efficient manner while effectively communicating and interacting with customers, co-employees and third parties
Communication with management team, contractor and utility customer to ensure a damage free environment
Locates underground facilities by using a transmitter and hooking up to a buried facility, pedestal etc.
Works in and walks over all types of terrain in and around construction zones and residential, commercial, industrial and rural areas in all types of weather conditions.
Performs locates and emergency/on-call locates during regular, overtime and holiday hours as necessary to meet customer needs.
Interprets job order tickets, blueprints and maps to efficiently route and perform duties.

Requirements

vacuum truck

driver's license

high school

utility locating

computer skills

problem solving

Ability to read and interrupt prints at a high level
Vacuum truck experience A+
Ability to read, interpret, and decipher multiple types of prints
Ability to walk/stand for multiple hours a day
Ability to work with others and in a supervised team environment
In order to obtain employment with GridHawk LLC, candidate MUST complete a background check. Company policy requires no violations within the last 5 years.
Excellent communication skills needed
Pass a DOT drug test
Ability to problem solve
Driver's License (Required)
State issued driver's license
Ability to lift over 50lbs
High school or equivalent (Required)
Pass a Background screening (no violations within the last 5 years)
Utility Locating: 1 year (Preferred)
High School Diploma or equivalency (GED)
Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Knowledge of technology and tools needed

Benefits

401(k) Savings Plan (Matched by the company)
All personal protective equipment provided
Company vehicle, laptop and smartphone
Long-Term Disability
Health insurance
Health Insurance
401(k) matching
Vision insurance
Dental Insurance
Life insurance
Term life Insurance
Paid time off
Dental insurance
Health savings account
Flexible Benefits Plan
Flexible spending account
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

must pass a background check with no violations in the past 5 years.