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Utility Locator

Manassas, VA · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

UtiliQuest supports utility operators throughout America to prevent damages to their infrastructure. Reliably completing millions of locate requests each year assisting project owners and managers in ...

UtiliQuest Jobs Information

Do workers at UtiliQuest get paid breaks?

No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
77% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Does UtiliQuest pay people when they’re sick?

No. Most people don’t get paid when they’re sick.
74% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

At UtiliQuest, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
86% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.

Is the health insurance from UtiliQuest affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
86% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get paid time off at UtiliQuest?

Most people get paid time off work.
100% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 70% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 10% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 20% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do workers at UtiliQuest worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
76% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do UtiliQuest workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
56% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and November 2025.

How easy is it for UtiliQuest workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
47% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at UtiliQuest?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
72% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do UtiliQuest managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
82% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do jobs at UtiliQuest spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
31% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at UtiliQuest?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
77% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at UtiliQuest good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
39% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and February 2026.

Do people at UtiliQuest feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
77% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at UtiliQuest get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
89% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Is it stressful to work at UtiliQuest?

Most people feel stressed out here.
85% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people at UtiliQuest enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
36% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do people at UtiliQuest recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
52% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 33 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at UtiliQuest?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
44% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 32 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do people get support to advance at UtiliQuest?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 55% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and February 2026.

Do people think UtiliQuest’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
81% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 31 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how UtiliQuest is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
68% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.
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Utility Locator

UtiliQuest, LLC

Manassas, VA • On-site

$20 - $25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago


UtiliQuest rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 43 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

48th of 53 rated energy and utility


Job description

Discover a more connected career

At UtiliQuest, as a Utility Locator, you'll learn safety rules and techniques to find underground utility lines. You'll work with experienced locators, use special tools, and record findings to ensure construction projects are safe and efficient. 

UtiliQuest supports utility operators throughout America to prevent damages to their infrastructure. Reliably completing millions of locate requests each year assisting project owners and managers in achieving safer excavations and reducing damages to the underground infrastructure. We utilize modern technologies and skilled professionals to deliver timely, reliable, and accurate locate services to protect utility operators’ infrastructure throughout America. We are committed to conducting business with the highest standards of integrity and ethics, and with abiding respect for corporate citizenship and sustainability.

Connecting you to great benefits
  • Weekly Paychecks
  • Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
  • Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance)
  • 401(k) w/ Company Match
  • Stock Purchase Plan
  • Education Reimbursement
  • Legal Insurance
What you’ll do
  • Learn utility locating techniques, safety protocols and how to operate equipment

  • Develop an understanding of local utility infrastructure and regulations

  • Partner with experienced Locators to mark underground utility lines

  • Operate utility locating equipment

  • Document findings using digital mapping tools

  • Operate company vehicle in a safe manner

  • Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed

  • Participate in classroom and field training sessions

  • Completes and maintains all training

  • Drive safely and follow company safe driving policies

  • Maintain punctuality and attendance at all shifts and training sessions

  • Be able to perform manhole entry using assigned equipment and safety devices

  • Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after hours

  • Regular use of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and tools

  • Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally; bending at the waist; standing and or walking for extended periods of time

  • Ability to carry 3-5 lbs electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time; lifting objects up to 50 pounds or lifting in excess of 50 lbs with tool aids

  • Hearing and speaking to exchange information

  • The employee shall follow all safety rules at all times

  • Will need to have the ability to work a flexible schedule (some evenings and weekends) as ticket/production load requires

  • Employee will respond to emergency calls during scheduled on-call shift rotation

What you’ll need
  • To be 18 years of age or older

  • Authorization to work in the United States for this company

  • High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or relevant work experience

  • Valid State driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable MVR record
     

Physical abilities & exposures

  • Routinely: work alone in remote locations with arms above shoulder level, operate vehicle, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop, stand, walk, lift up to 55 pounds, use keyboard and mouse

  • Occasionally: use portable ladder, work in confined spaces and climb stairs

  • mouse and carry 3-5 lb electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time, perform work in all weather conditions

  • Occasionally: work in confined spaces and climb stairs, walk on uneven ground and terrain

Transferable or related skills for this role: Facility Maintenance, Technician, route driver, meter reading, landscaping, working outdoors, pest control, surveying, military, ready to work, underground utility locating, construction and laborer 

The wage range for Utility Locator is $20.00  - $25.00.

Why work with us
Your career here is more than just a job — it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together 
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.   
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


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