What You Will Do
Our Underground Utility Locate Technicians use computer utility maps and specialized equipment to find underground cables, pipes, and other underground utilities to prevent damages and ensure safety during excavation. If you are a problem-solver who has safety as your priority, then you should consider a career as an Underground Utility Locate Technician.
This is a field-based role—you’ll be working outdoors and driving daily.
Pay & Benefits
$20 hour and UP (based on experience). Automatic hourly increase of $.50 after 60 days of employment and then $.50 after 180 days of employment
Company vehicle
Paid training
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid holidays & vacation
Schedule
What Your Day Looks Like
Drive to job sites (50–200+ miles/day)
Use maps and equipment to locate underground utilities
Mark locations with paint/flags
Communicate findings to crews
Handle emergency calls (rotating schedule, if applicable)
Requirements (Must-Have)
Valid driver’s license with NO restrictions
Comfortable driving long distances daily
Able to work outdoors in all weather
Able to walk 4–6 miles daily and lift up to 50 lbs
Basic computer skills
Willing to work overtime
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Drives to sites in response to routine ticket requests, and emergencies, and relocates
Utilizes the provided mapping tools and other location information, along with locating equipment, to locate underground utilities including, but not limited to: electrical cables, gas lines, telephone and other communication lines
Indicates utility locations through the utilization of paint, flags, and communicates other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities
Responds to after-hours emergency call-outs in accordance with the established rotation schedule if applicable to the area assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude
Underground Utility Experience is preferred but not required. Utility Construction Experience is a preferred but not required. Outdoor work experience is preferred but not required. Must have a positive attitude. Must be able to use a computer. Valid driver's license in applicable state of employment. Must be able to work overtime when duties cannot be performed within a normal work schedule.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, employees regularly:
Drive 50 to 150+ miles daily as required by assigned geographic locating area.
Stand and walk lengthy distances (4-6 miles) over uneven terrain.
Sit for long periods of time while driving.
Lift and/or move 50 pounds.
Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
EEO Statement
Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
Reasonable Accommodation Requests
Sparus Holdings is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
“Know Your Rights” Poster
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Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision
Sparus Holdings will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.
