Top 12 Utilities locators Jobs in Ankeny, Ia

Cable Technician
Robert Half —Ames, IA
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Temporary
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Driver's License
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Advanced Locate Technician
Blood Hound —Des Moines, IA
- $24 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Pre-employment physical examination
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Drop Bury Technician
USIC —Des Moines, IA
- $23 an hour
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Paid training
- Fuel card
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Field Supervisor
Vannguard Utility Partners —Urbandale, IA
- $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Underground Utility Worker - Des Moines, IA
TD&I Cable —Des Moines, IA
- $18 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Construction site
- DOT physical examination
- No experience needed
- On-the-job training
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Equipment Operator (Utility)
PRICE ELECTRIC —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Transportation Security Officer
US Transportation Security Administration —Des Moines, IA
Per the President's 2014 Fair Employment memo, TSA policy is to not adversely consider a candidate based on unemployment or financial difficulty through no…
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Mason Private Locating —Columbus, OH
Mason Private Locating leverages the latest state-of-the-art equipment and technology in order to confirm that all underground private utilities are identified.
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AEP Service Corporation —Gahanna, OH
The reviewing process leverages information on the request ticket and GIS mapping information to determine if a field locate is necessary.
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Cable Technician

Robert Half -
Ames, IA

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Job Details

Temporary | Contract
$19 - $22 an hour
13 days ago

Benefits

Disability insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
On-site construction communication coordination
Interpreting technical drawings
Site surveys for utility detection
Map reading
Company vehicle operation
Underground surveys
Driver's License
Safety standard operating procedures
Working on construction projects
Entry level

Full Job Description

We are looking for a Cable Technician to support underground fiber line locating activities in Ames, Iowa. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys field-based work, values accuracy, and takes safety seriously while working around active construction and maintenance projects. The role focuses on identifying buried infrastructure, documenting findings clearly, and coordinating with on-site teams to help prevent service disruptions and excavation risks.

Responsibilities:

Identify and mark underground fiber routes before excavation, repair, or installation work begins.
Review utility maps, field diagrams, and available records to determine the correct path of buried infrastructure.
Record completed locate activities accurately and maintain organized documentation for field and project reference.
Work closely with construction and maintenance crews to communicate marked areas and promote safe digging practices.
Perform field assignments outdoors across varying site and weather conditions while maintaining productivity and attention to detail.
Operate in accordance with established safety standards and follow required procedures on every job site.
At least 1 year of relevant field experience, preferably in utility locating, cable work, or a related outdoor technical role.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to use a company-provided vehicle for day travel.
Comfortable working outside for extended periods in changing weather and site conditions.
Ability to read and interpret maps, drawings, and utility-related documentation.
Strong accuracy, dependability, and awareness when working near underground infrastructure.
Previous utility locating experience is helpful, though candidates with transferable field experience may also be considered.

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