Underground Utility Locator
USIC, Freedom, NY, United States
Compensation
$21.00 Hourly
Job Description Are you passionate about the outdoors and eager to kickstart your career? At USIC, we are seeking dedicated individuals like you who value quality, safety, and hard work. Join us in an exciting and long-term career as we lead the industry in underground utility damage prevention and advanced infrastructure services.
Each year, we perform over 84 million locates for more than 1,400 telecommunications, electric, gas, water, and sewer utilities and municipalities nationwide. Our commitment to safety and quality drives our mission to protect our partners' infrastructure and essential assets.
In this role, you will work independently in the field, utilizing a company-provided vehicle, best-in-class technology, and advanced ticket management systems to deliver efficient and thorough service.
Responsibilities
Safely and accurately locate underground utilities such as telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer systems.
Conduct thorough searches for underground utilities in designated areas, marking their locations and completing necessary documentation while capturing photos of each locate.
This position is full-time and primarily during the daytime, but flexibility for overtime, weekend shifts, and on-call duties is necessary based on business needs.
Benefits
Comprehensive paid training from day one.
High-quality company vehicle and fuel card, eliminating the need to use your personal vehicle for work.
Access to advanced technology, including a company laptop and phone.
DailyPay options to access your earnings when needed.
Excellent health insurance plans, including medical, dental, vision, and life.
401(k) plan with employer matching to support your long‑term financial goals.
Paid time off and holidays, allowing you to enjoy personal time with loved ones.
Opportunity to earn extra pay for being on‑call during weekends and holidays.
Incentive program rewarding you for quality and safety performance.
Distinctive Career Path Program recognizing your growth and achievements.
Employee recognition program with opportunities to earn rewards.
Boot voucher program on anniversaries to support your safety and comfort.
Education benefits including discounted tuition and scholarship opportunities.
Access to employee perks and discounts at various retailers and service providers.
Qualifications
Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions; prior outdoor experience is a plus.
Basic computer skills.
Availability for overtime, weekend, and on‑call shifts as needed.
Ability to pass a drug test (safety‑sensitive role).
Valid driver's license and a safe driving history.
Physical capability to work in confined spaces, walk, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
Able to distinguish colors used to identify wiring and underground utilities.
Ability to read and understand locate tickets, maps, and blueprints.
Excellent communication skills for interaction with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage Veterans to apply.
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Job Description Are you passionate about the outdoors and eager to kickstart your career? At USIC, we are seeking dedicated individuals like you who value quality, safety, and hard work. Join us in an exciting and long-term career as we lead the industry in underground utility damage prevention and advanced infrastructure services.
Each year, we perform over 84 million locates for more than 1,400 telecommunications, electric, gas, water, and sewer utilities and municipalities nationwide. Our commitment to safety and quality drives our mission to protect our partners' infrastructure and essential assets.
In this role, you will work independently in the field, utilizing a company-provided vehicle, best-in-class technology, and advanced ticket management systems to deliver efficient and thorough service.
Responsibilities
Safely and accurately locate underground utilities such as telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer systems.
Conduct thorough searches for underground utilities in designated areas, marking their locations and completing necessary documentation while capturing photos of each locate.
This position is full-time and primarily during the daytime, but flexibility for overtime, weekend shifts, and on-call duties is necessary based on business needs.
Benefits
Comprehensive paid training from day one.
High-quality company vehicle and fuel card, eliminating the need to use your personal vehicle for work.
Access to advanced technology, including a company laptop and phone.
DailyPay options to access your earnings when needed.
Excellent health insurance plans, including medical, dental, vision, and life.
401(k) plan with employer matching to support your long‑term financial goals.
Paid time off and holidays, allowing you to enjoy personal time with loved ones.
Opportunity to earn extra pay for being on‑call during weekends and holidays.
Incentive program rewarding you for quality and safety performance.
Distinctive Career Path Program recognizing your growth and achievements.
Employee recognition program with opportunities to earn rewards.
Boot voucher program on anniversaries to support your safety and comfort.
Education benefits including discounted tuition and scholarship opportunities.
Access to employee perks and discounts at various retailers and service providers.
Qualifications
Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions; prior outdoor experience is a plus.
Basic computer skills.
Availability for overtime, weekend, and on‑call shifts as needed.
Ability to pass a drug test (safety‑sensitive role).
Valid driver's license and a safe driving history.
Physical capability to work in confined spaces, walk, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
Able to distinguish colors used to identify wiring and underground utilities.
Ability to read and understand locate tickets, maps, and blueprints.
Excellent communication skills for interaction with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage Veterans to apply.
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