Provides outsourced asset damage‑prevention services for utilities—locating, mapping, leak detection, and watch‑protect.
Locate and document underground utilities using equipment and ensure compliance.
2 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Lexington, KY
Field
Company Size
202 Employees
Service Specialisms
Facility locating
Underground utility locating
Advanced locating
Watch & protect services
Damage prevention
Leak detection / leak surveying
Infrastructure mapping
Private locating
Sector Specialisms
Natural Gas
Electric
Telecom
Water & Sewer
Utilities
Underground Utility Locating
Facility Locating
Advanced Locating
Role
Description
underground locate
blueprint reading
job orders
client communication
on-call service
field work
Performs all work in a timely, professional and efficient manner while effectively communicating and interacting with customers, co-employees and third parties
Interprets job order tickets, blueprints and maps to efficiently route and perform duties.
Locates underground facilities by using a transmitter and hooking up to a buried facility, pedestal etc.
Communication with management team, contractor and utility customer to ensure a damage free environment
Performs locates and emergency/on-call locates during regular, overtime and holiday hours as necessary to meet customer needs.
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.
Requirements
high school
driver's license
computer
utility locating
vacuum truck
problem solving
Ability to lift over 50lbs
Pass a Background screening (no violations within the last 5 years)
State issued driver's license
Ability to read and interrupt prints at a high level
Excellent communication skills needed
Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Utility Locating: 1 year (Preferred)
Vacuum truck experience A+
Ability to walk/stand for multiple hours a day
Pass a DOT drug test
Ability to read, interpret, and decipher multiple types of prints
High school or equivalent (Required)
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.
Ability to problem solve
Knowledge of technology and tools needed
High School Diploma or equivalency (GED)
Driver's License (Required)
Benefits
Short-Term Disability
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Dental Insurance
Company vehicle, laptop and smartphone
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible Benefits Plan
401(k) Savings Plan (Matched by the company)
Term life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Health savings account
Health Insurance
All personal protective equipment provided
401(k) matching
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
must complete a background check with no violations in the past 5 years.
Company
Overview
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