Top 14 Operator/locator Jobs in Columbus

Utility Locator/Damage Prevention Specialist
SAM, LLC —Westerville, OH
- $20 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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PrimeTech Communications —Columbus, OH
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- No high school diploma
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SkillBridge Field Crew
ClearPath Utility Solutions —Hebron, OH
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Travel reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Directional Drill Locator
Team Fishel —Columbus, OH
- $24 - $35 an hour
- Bilingual
- Construction site
- CDL A
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
SUE Field Supervisor
AECOM —Columbus, OH
- $85,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan
Hydrovac Truck Operator
Phillips and Jordan, Inc. —Columbus, OH
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- CDL
HDD Operator / Driller
ClearPath Utility Solutions —Hebron, OH
- From $30 an hour
- Extended hours
- Clean driving record
- 6 years
- Construction site
- Travel reimbursement
- Dental insurance
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Construction Survey Crew Chief
Woolpert —Columbus, OH
- $27.79 - $35.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Management
- Construction site
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Sewer Camera Operator
Precision Pipeline Services —Columbus, OH
- $26 - $34 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- 401(k) matching
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Sewer Camera Laborer
Precision Pipeline Services —Columbus, OH
- $22 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Maintenance
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 401(k) matching
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Utility Locator/Damage Prevention Specialist
SAM, LLC —Westerville, OH
Visit active job sites using a company-provided vehicle to communicate with contractors and homeowners regarding safe excavation procedures.
$20 - $28 an hour
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Licenses or Certifications: Class A CDL License; clean driving record. Load, unload materials, machinery, & tools, at appropriate locations, according to…
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Utility Locator/Damage Prevention Specialist

SAM, LLC -
Westerville, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$20 - $28 an hour
2 days ago

Benefits

Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Cell phone reimbursement
Parental leave
Snacks provided
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Data quality checks
Outdoor work experience
Mid-level
Site surveys for utility detection
Company vehicle operation
Driver's License
Quality inspection
Equipment maintenance
Trenching and excavation safety procedures
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Who We Are:

Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver the scale, technology, and expertise needed to support projects of any size. SAM streamlines project delivery through a single, coordinated team, offering in-house capabilities across land surveying, aerial mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), utility coordination (UC), GIS, BIM, and construction engineering inspection (CEI).

By combining advanced technology, digital workflows, and decades of experience, we provide accurate, actionable data that helps clients move critical infrastructure projects forward with confidence. At SAM, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, growth, and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the built environment.

Your Impact at SAM:

The Damage Prevention Specialist plays a critical role in preventing utility damages by serving as a liaison between homeowners, contractors, and the gas utility. This position promotes safe excavation practices, ensures accurate utility markings, and supports compliance with state 811 dig laws.

Key Responsibilities

Promote and enforce safe digging practices in accordance with state 811 dig laws
Visit active job sites using a company-provided vehicle to communicate with contractors and homeowners regarding safe excavation procedures
Coordinate and facilitate corrections or updates to gas utility markings as needed
Perform quality checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of utility markings
Accurately document daily activities, observations, and field findings
Assist with identifying marked utilities, structures, and map information in the field
Perform operator-level maintenance on assigned company tools and equipment
Complete other related duties as assigned

What You Bring to SAM:

Experience with locating gas utilities highly preferred
Valid driver's license
Work outdoors under the full range of weather conditions typically experienced throughout all seasons of the year
Proficient communication verbal and written communication

Our Perks:

Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2026 Top Workplace USA for the fourth Year; 2026 SAM Ranks No. 92 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms

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