Underground Utility Locator

Locator I Beaver Creek Construction & Maintenance LLC Protecting Infrastructure. Reducing Risk. Position Summary Beaver Creek Construction & Maintenance LLC is seeking a motivated Locator I to join our damage prevention team. This is an entry-level field position with paid, on-the-job training. Utility locating experience is not required; however, construction or related outdoor field experience is required. The Locator I is responsible for assisting in the identification and marking of underground utilities while working throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. This position involves significant outdoor work, walking long distances, navigating wooded terrain, climbing hills, and working in all weather conditions. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems, and building a long-term career in the utility and energy industries. ⸻ What We Offer Guaranteed 40 hours per week Competitive hourly pay based on experience Paid on-the-job training Stable, year-round work Career advancement opportunities Industry certifications and professional development Opportunity to work with utility operators, energy companies, municipalities, and infrastructure owners throughout the region ⸻ Responsibilities Learn utility locating methods and damage prevention practices Assist with locating and marking underground utilities Perform field investigations and utility verification activities Walk utility corridors, rights-of-way, construction sites, and wooded areas Read maps, sketches, utility records, and GPS data Operate utility locating equipment and GPS devices Accurately document work using company software and mobile applications Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment Communicate professionally with contractors, utility operators, landowners, and coworkers Follow all company safety policies and client requirements Represent Beaver Creek Construction & Maintenance in a professional manner at all times ⸻ Physical Requirements This position is physically demanding and applicants should be comfortable: Walking several miles per day Working in wooded areas, fields, and active construction sites Climbing hills and traversing uneven terrain Crossing streams, ditches, and rough ground Working outdoors in rain, snow, heat, cold, mud, and dust Lifting and carrying equipment weighing up to 50 pounds Entering and exiting company vehicles frequently throughout the day This is not a warehouse, factory, or office position. Most days are spent outdoors working in the field. Candidates should expect to spend significant time walking through woods, crossing rough terrain, and working in all weather conditions. ⸻ Qualifications Required Construction, excavation, utility, oil & gas, landscaping, surveying, forestry, or similar outdoor field experience Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record Strong work ethic and positive attitude Dependability and punctuality Ability to work independently and as part of a team Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to safely work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions Preferred Utility locating experience Experience reading maps, plans, station notes, or construction drawings Experience using GPS or mapping equipment Knowledge of underground utility construction practices Experience working around heavy equipment and active construction sites ⸻ What We're Looking For We are not necessarily looking for experienced utility locators—we can teach locating. We are looking for individuals who already understand how to work safely and professionally in the field. Experience in construction, excavation, utility work, oil and gas, surveying, landscaping, forestry, or similar outdoor industries is required. The ideal candidate is dependable, physically capable, mechanically inclined, and willing to learn a specialized trade that plays a critical role in protecting underground infrastructure.

Successful candidates are:

Self-motivated Safety-minded Detail-oriented Professional in their interactions with others Calm under pressure Adaptable to changing conditions Willing to learn and improve every day ⸻ Our Standard At Beaver Creek Construction & Maintenance, we hire character first and train skill second. We are looking for professionals who show up on time, take pride in their work, communicate honestly, and are committed to doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Technical skills can be taught. Integrity, accountability, professionalism, and a commitment to safety are expected from day one. We believe that protecting underground infrastructure starts with developing people who take ownership of their work and care about the quality of what they leave behind. ⸻ About Beaver Creek Construction & Maintenance LLC Beaver Creek Construction & Maintenance is a damage prevention and infrastructure services company serving utility operators, energy companies, municipalities, and infrastructure owners throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Our team specializes in utility locating, utility verification, GPS data collection, and damage prevention services that help protect critical infrastructure and reduce risk for our clients. Protecting Infrastructure. Reducing Risk. ⸻

Position Title:

Locator I Employment Type:

Full-Time Schedule:

Guaranteed 40

Hours Per Week Service Area:

Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia Reports To:

Director of Operations or Lead Locator Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

On the road