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Utility Locator

Usic

The Role

Overview

Locate and mark underground utilities safely and accurately in the field.

Key Responsibilities

  • utility search
  • location marking
  • documentation
  • photo capture

Tasks

-Thoroughly search for underground utilities in a designated area, accurately marking the location, completing the necessary documentation, and photographing each locate.

Requirements

  • computer proficiency
  • underground utilities
  • driver’s license
  • confined space
  • map reading
  • color identification

What You Bring

-Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Previous outdoor experience is a plus. -Computer proficiency -Correctly, safely, and efficiently locate underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer systems. -Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record -Able to work in a confined space; walk, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs. -Available to work overtime and weekends, as needed. -Able to pass a drug screen (this is a safety-sensitive position). -Able to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, as well as maps and prints. -Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners. -Able to distinguish between colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities.

Benefits

-Career Path Program (CPP) – Unmatched in our industry. We recognize employees who strive to be the best in their roles with distinctive titles, promotions, and more. -Comprehensive insurance options – A variety of excellent insurance choices including medical, dental, vision, and life. -Outstanding Marks Program – Earn points for tenure, safety, and quality milestones to spend on products of your choice from an expansive online store. -Technician Incentive Plan – Bonuses based on individual quality & safety results, as well as tenure. -100% paid training – We're invested in you, starting on your first day. -DailyPay – Access your pay when you need it. -High-quality company vehicle & fuel card – All work-related expenses are paid. This means you won't be putting mileage on your personal vehicle for work. -Company laptop, phone, & equipment – Advanced technology you can count on. -Employee discounts & perks – Outstanding discounts at major retailers and service providers. -Education Partnership & Scholarship Program – Discounted tuition for USIC employees, their spouses, and dependents through Indiana Tech (courses available online nationwide). Scholarships available for employees. Credit hours for completing our utility locator training curriculum and/or for military service. -Weekend & holiday on-call pay – Earn extra money while on call over the weekend or on a company holiday, even if not called out to an emergency. -Tenure Boots Program –$200 voucher to buy a new pair of work boots on your first anniversary and every year after. -401(k) with company match – We’ll help you save for the long term with our competitive 401(k) employer match program. -PTO & paid holidays – Even in your first year, so you can spend time with your loved ones.

The Company

About Usic

-With cutting-edge locating technologies, it performs over 84 million locates annually across 48 states. -Its advanced services, via affiliates like On Target and Blood Hound, span cable, telecom, electric, gas, water and sewer utilities. -Typically contracted by public utilities and municipalities, prevents costly damage before excavation begins. -Privately owned by Partners Group and Kohlberg & Company, was valued in the multibillions. -Recent leadership from GE and Veolia veteran Yuvbir Singh aims to drive innovation and efficiency. -Crews are often first on scene—marking lines, solving complex underground puzzles, and safeguarding communities. -Though focused on utility locating, their reach extends into fiber-optic and advanced infrastructure solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Public Utility Locating

Private Utility Locating

Geospatial Services

Gas & Water Services

Managed Services

Electric Utilities

Gas Utilities

Telecommunication Utilities

Water Utilities

Sewer Lines

Septic Systems

Process Sewers

Abandoned Lines

Irrigation Lines

Alarm Wires

GIS Mapping Services

Vacuum Excavation

Cross-bore Mitigation

Methane Emissions Management

Broadband Infrastructure Deployment

Security Clearance

-must pass a drug screening.