Utility Locator

Discover a more connected career with UtiliQuest

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. We utilize modern technologies and skilled professionals to deliver timely, reliable, and accurate locate services. We are committed to conducting business with the highest standards of integrity and ethics.

Connecting you to great benefits

• Paid Training Program
• Weekly Paychecks
• Company “take home” Vehicle and fuel card
• Work boot voucher (Red Wing)
• 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
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

What you’ll do as a Trainee Locator

• 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
• Perform work in all weather conditions
• Operate company vehicle in a safe manner
• Work overtime, travel, and perform on-call/afterhours responsibilities as needed
• Work independently with coworkers, customers, and others
• Provide accurate and reliable information to others in the company
• Requires a routine amount of driving work, which must be performed safely
• Requires safe and responsible computer and related technology use

What you’ll need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States
• 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, operate vehicle, lift up to 55 pounds, perform work in all weather conditions
• Occasionally: work in confined spaces and climb stairs

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

Salary Range $22 - $24 / hr (based on experience)

*As required by California regulation, the pay scale for this position is $22 - $24/hr (Salary is commensurate with experience)

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.

UtiliQuest, LLC (“UtiliQuest”) is a quality provider of damage prevention and infrastructure-related services specializing in underground facility locating. Our experience, innovation, and commitment to providing value-added services have resulted in safer excavations, reduced damages, and improved data accuracy.

To learn more about our company and benefits, please visit our website UtiliQuest Careers

Building stronger solutions together

Diversity and inclusion are an essential part of our culture and success. Our company is an equal-opportunity employer — we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive.

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.