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Private Utilities Locator

Appleton, WI ยท On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

About the Role As a Private Utility Locator, you will be performing private utility locates throughout the state of Wisconsin. This is a field-based role that requires an experienced, self-sufficient ...

Private Utilities Locator

Appleton, WI

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

About the Role As a Private Utility Locator, you will be performing private utility locates throughout the state of Wisconsin. This is a field-based role that requires an experienced, self-sufficient ...

Private Utilities Locator

Appleton, WI ยท On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

About the Role As a Private Utility Locator, you will be performing private utility locates throughout the state of Wisconsin. This is a field-based role that requires an experienced, self-sufficient ...

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Private Utilities Locator

Appleton, WI โ€ข On-site

$15.25 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Description
About Excel Underground LLC At Excel Underground, LLC, our mission is to safeguard underground infrastructure and promote workplace safety. We are a growing utility locating company serving both public and private clients throughout Wisconsin, and we take pride in the quality, integrity, and professionalism of our team.
About the Role As a Private Utility Locator, you will be performing private utility locates throughout the state of Wisconsin. This is a field-based role that requires an experienced, self-sufficient professional who can work independently, think on their feet, and represent the company with pride every day.
Your primary duties will include:
  • Conducting on-site investigations to identify the presence and location of underground utilities
  • Using electromagnetic locating equipment and other tools to map utility lines
  • Interpreting maps, blueprints, and utility records to determine the layout of underground infrastructure
  • Marking the location of utilities with paint, flags, or other designated markers in accordance with industry standards and regulations
  • Collaborating with managers, construction crews, and other stakeholders to ensure accurate utility identification and minimize excavation risks
  • Adhering to safety protocols and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries
  • Maintaining accurate records of utility locates and completing required documentation
  • Representing the company in a professional manner at all times

Requirements
Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years of experience locating multiple utilities
  • Clean driving record
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Honest, team-oriented, and professional
  • Knowledge of utility infrastructure including water, sewer, gas, electric, and telecommunications systems
  • Familiarity with utility locating equipment and techniques such as electromagnetic locators
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately interpret maps, blueprints, and utility records
  • Ability to perform essential job functions under limited supervision with discretion and judgment in the field
  • Valid driver's license
  • Basic computer and internet skills
  • Ability to occasionally lift up to 75 lbs
  • Availability to work after hours, occasional Saturdays, and on-call rotation
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and random checks throughout employment
  • Willingness and ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions

What We Offer
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental & Vision
  • PTO
  • 401(k)
  • Company Vehicle
  • Advancement opportunities within a growing company