Gas & Electric Utility Locator

USIC

Utility Locator locating underground utilities for telecommunications and infrastructure services. Joining USIC's commitment to quality and safety in an outdoor, independent role.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeManhattan • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $35 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Correctly, safely, and efficiently locate underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, water, and sewer systems.
Thoroughly search for underground utilities in a designated area, accurately marking the location, completing the necessary documentation, and photographing each locate.
These are daytime, full-time positions.
Must be able to work overtime, weekend shifts, and on-call shifts (including nights and weekends), dependent upon the needs of the business.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Previous outdoor experience is a plus.
Proficiency with technology.
Available to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed.
Able to pass a drug screen (this is a safety-sensitive position).
Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
Able to work in a confined space; walk, bend, and lift up to 75 lbs.
Able to distinguish between colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities.
Able to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, as well as maps and prints.
Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.

Benefits

Comp & perks

100% paid training – We're invested in you, starting on your first day.
High-quality company vehicle & fuel card – All work-related expenses are paid.
Company phone & equipment – Advanced technology you can count on.
DailyPay – Access your pay when you need it.
Comprehensive insurance options – A variety of excellent insurance choices including medical, dental, vision, and life.
401(k) with company match – We’ll help you save for the long term with our competitive 401(k) employer match program.
PTO & paid holidays – Even in your first year, so you can spend time with your loved ones.
Weekend & holiday on-call pay – Earn extra money while on call over the weekend or on a company holiday, even if not called out to an emergency.
Technician Incentive Plan – Bonuses based on individual quality and safety results.
Career Path Program (CPP) – Unmatched in our industry.
USIC All Stars – Our employee recognition program. Earn points for living our company values and celebrating milestones.
Tenure Boots Program –$200 voucher to buy a new pair of work boots on your first anniversary and every year after.
Education Partnership & Scholarship Program – Discounted tuition for USIC employees, their spouses, and dependents through Indiana Tech (courses available online nationwide).

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Hard Skills & Tools

Utility MarkingReading MapsUnderstanding Locate TicketsLifting Up To 75 LbsConfined Space Work

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationTeam Collaboration