Utility Locator

Usicinc is hiring a Utility Locator in Gillette, WY for a full-time role supporting safe excavation and infrastructure work across the local area. Candidates searching for Utility Locator jobs in Gillette, WY or Utility Locator near me will find a position focused on precise field work that protects people and property.

Position Summary

The Utility Locator role at Usicinc places you in the field throughout Gillette and surrounding Wyoming communities to identify and protect buried utility lines before digging begins. You will use specialized detection tools, interpret maps and records, and apply clear markings so that construction crews, contractors, and property owners can work safely. This outdoor position requires reliable independent work, careful documentation, and consistent application of marking standards that minimize utility strikes. Success in the role means contributing to fewer service disruptions and safer job sites every day while representing Usicinc professionals in the Gillette market.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate electronic and electromagnetic locating equipment to detect underground utility lines such as gas, water, electric, and communication cables
• Study job tickets, blueprints, and facility maps to plan accurate locate routes before arriving on site
• Mark identified utilities on the ground surface with industry-standard colors, flags, or paint so excavators know exactly where lines run
• Coordinate on-site with contractors and property owners to explain mark-outs and answer questions about safe dig zones
• Record measurements, photos, and notes for every locate request and submit complete reports by established deadlines
• Travel between multiple job sites in the Gillette, WY area while following all vehicle and safety rules
• Perform basic equipment checks and report any performance issues so tools remain ready for daily use
• Respond to urgent or after-hours locate calls according to company procedures when assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain a clean motor-vehicle record
• Comfort working outdoors year-round in the weather conditions typical of Gillette, WY
• Physical ability to walk long distances over uneven ground, carry locating instruments, and remain on feet for full shifts
• Strong focus on detail and an unwavering commitment to safety protocols
• Basic comfort with mobile devices or tablets for entering field notes and maps
• Willingness to learn standard locating techniques and marking codes through on-the-job guidance

About the Company

Usicinc is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment.

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