# Utility Locator

> REC · Columbus, United States · Contract · Posted 2026-03-10

**Salary:** USD 21–22

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Construction

## Description

### 📍 Position Summary

Join a hands-on survey team where your work directly contributes to critical infrastructure and development projects. In this role, you’ll collaborate with experienced professionals to collect essential field data using advanced **Trimble RTK/GPS technology** and underground utility locating equipment.

If you enjoy working outdoors 🌤️, solving real-world challenges, and being part of a team that values precision and innovation, this is a great opportunity to grow your career.

### 🛠️ What You’ll Do

-   📡 Collect accurate field data during surveying and utility locating operations
-   🛰️ Operate **Trimble RTK/GPS equipment** and underground utility locating tools
-   ✏️ Create clear field sketches documenting completed work
-   🗺️ Interpret utility maps, construction plans, and as-built drawings
-   🤝 Work independently or alongside a survey crew to complete projects safely and efficiently

## Requirements

### ✅ What You Bring

-   🌦️ Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
-   🎓 High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
-   💪 Ability to frequently lift up to **40 lbs** and occasionally up to **50 lbs**
-   👥 Comfortable working in a team environment and following verbal instructions
-   🔎 Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
-   🚗 Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and eligibility for company insurance
-   🧪 Willingness to pass a **drug screening and background check**

### ⭐ Bonus Points If You Have

-   📡 Experience with **electromagnetic multi-frequency locating tools**
-   🏗️ Previous **utility locating or survey field experience**
-   ✏️ Strong sketching and field documentation skills
-   🗺️ Ability to read and interpret **utility maps, plans, and construction drawings**
-   🔄 Confidence working both independently and as part of a team

## Benefits

### 🎁 Benefits & Perks

We believe great work starts with taking care of our people.

-   🏆 **Principal Program:** Earn the opportunity to become an **owner of the firm**
-   🌴 **Flexible Paid Time Off:** Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team
-   📈 **Career Development:** Access a wide range of **learning and growth opportunities** across industries
-   🏥 **Health Coverage:** Medical, life, vision, and dental insurance
-   ❤️ **Wellness & Support:** Paid sick time, employee assistance program, and fitness reimbursement
-   💰 **Financial Security:** Retirement plan and identity protection
-   🐾 **Extra Perks:** Pet insurance, technology stipend, and more

## Apply

[Apply at REC](https://apply.workable.com/rec-2/j/36CB161A82/apply)

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