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How much do national locators jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for national locators in the United States is $18.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between National Locators vs Geographic Information System (GIS) Technicians?

AspectNational LocatorsGIS Technicians
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, sometimes post-secondary trainingAssociate's or bachelor's degree in GIS, geography, or related field
Work EnvironmentOffice settings, fieldwork for location verificationOffice-based, using GIS software and mapping tools
Industry UsageReal estate, government, utilities for location dataUrban planning, environmental management, infrastructure projects
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles related to location data collection and verificationTechnical mapping, spatial data analysis, geographic data management

National Locators primarily focus on identifying and verifying property locations, often working in the field or office. GIS Technicians handle spatial data analysis and mapping using specialized software. While both roles involve location data, National Locators emphasize property verification, whereas GIS Technicians focus on geographic information systems and data analysis.

Infographic showing various National Locators job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 98% Full Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $38,319 per year, or $18.4 per hour.

Locator - Locate Services Division (Blue Springs, MO)

NORTHERN LIGHTS & JDH CONTRACTING

Blue Springs, MO

$15 - $18.75/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 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!

JDH Contracting, Inc. and Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.


JDH Contracting, Inc. and Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more, please visit www.e-verify.gov