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NORTHERN LIGHTS & JDH CONTRACTING

$20 - $28/hr

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. was created in March of 2001 to provide services to ... Maintain cleanliness and good operating condition of all provided equipment and vehicle * Ability ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for lights operator in the United States is $20.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Lights Operator vs Stage Electrician?

AspectLights OperatorStage Electrician
CredentialsLighting certifications, technical trainingElectrical licenses, advanced electrical training
Work EnvironmentConcerts, theater, live eventsTheater productions, concerts, film sets
Employer & IndustryEvent companies, theaters, touring productionsTheater companies, film & TV studios
Common Search IntentLighting operation, live event lightingElectrical setup, stage lighting installation

While both roles involve working with lighting equipment, Lights Operators primarily focus on operating and adjusting lighting during live events, whereas Stage Electricians handle electrical setup, installation, and maintenance of lighting systems. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and responsibilities within the production environment.

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Utility Locator (Bastrop, TX)

Bastrop, TX

NORTHERN LIGHTS & JDH CONTRACTING
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$0.01/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. was created in March of 2001 to provide services to clients with a need to protect their utility networks. Not just a ‘Paint and Flag’ service, Northern Lights delivers locating and inspection expertise that goes beyond that of traditional utility location. Northern Lights provides protection to our customers utility 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have since expanded into Sewer Imaging, inspection, and locating sewer mains/laterals using the latest technology on the market. We also perform Inspection work/services on utility project throughout the United States.

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection Inc is looking for Utility Locators.  We offer competitive pay, great benefits and  a paid time off program.  We focus on allowing our locators to run their area independently as needed but there is a support system in place for them as well.  Please apply and join the Northern Lights Team!
NORTHERN LIGHTS  UTILITY LOCATOR

STATUS: Full Time, Employee

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: 2 years Locator experience required.
JOB SUMMARY:

  • Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets per 811 dig laws
  • Uses utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, G.I.S. information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment
  • Utilizes flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities
  • Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved
  • Take pictures of utility line located for each 811 ticket
  • Investigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities
  • Candidates need to be comfortable with using Cell phone-based app to record locating marks for clients property for excavators and property owners.  App holds photos and enables locators to complete all documents needed for locate
  • On-call rotation

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Know best locate practices, procedures and 811 law        
  • Read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings
  • Maintain cleanliness and good operating condition of all provided equipment and vehicle
  • Ability to maintain a Tobacco free vehicle
  • Locate underground utilities using multiple methods of locating
  • Understand and carry out written and oral instructions
  • Maintain small- to medium-sized equipment and trucks
  • Complete paperwork and documentation
  • Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
  • Attention to Detail
  • Be able to work in all weather conditions
  • Willingness to Travel (75% +)
  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Able to pass a drug screen
  • Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification. 
  • Must be available to work varying schedules and overtime
  • Maintains regular attendance and punctuality


PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • Self-motivated and able to learn quickly
  • Team oriented and have exemplary character.
  • Safety focused


NORTHERN LIGHTS OFFERS:

  • Competitive pay
  • Paid Holidays and Vacation Time.
  • Affordable benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD and Life
  • 401(k) Plan – with match!

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