Underground Utility Locator
Core
Locating and marking underground utilities (water, sewer, gas, electric, fiber optic) to assist survey crews in excavation projects.
Role type
Field survey technician (utility locator)
Builds
Utility designation markings and sketches for client excavation safety
Domain
Civil engineering / Surveying
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Electromagnet equipment operation, Geophysical means, Utility line identification, Survey control establishment, Robotic total stations, RTK GPS, AutoCAD, Valid NC driver license
Preferred skills
ASCE 38-02 standards knowledge, Conventional survey equipment, Travel
Responsibilities
Provide underground utility flagging designation, Designate utility line types, Mark utilities with flags/paint and produce sketches, Establish survey control and perform locations, Maintain survey equipment and vehicle
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on field work