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811 Utility Locator
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On The Mark Locators, Llc
Newark, DE (In Person)
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Position SummaryThe 811 Utility Locator is responsible for locating and marking underground utility lines in response to Miss Utility / 811 locate requests throughout Central Delaware and Southern Maryland. This role helps prevent utility damages, service interruptions, and safety hazards by accurately identifying and marking buried facilities before excavation begins.
Locators work independently in the field using utility locating equipment, mapping systems, and electronic ticket management software while maintaining strong communication with contractors, municipalities, and utility owners.
Key ResponsibilitiesUtility Locating & MarkingRespond to 811 locate requests within required state deadlinesLocate underground utilities including:
ElectricGasCommunications/FiberWaterSewerCATVMark utilities according to APWA color code standardsRead and interpret utility maps, prints, and GIS dataVerify clear and accurate markings before closing ticketsField OperationsDrive assigned company vehicle throughout service territoryWork outdoors in varying weather and terrain conditionsUse locating equipment such as:
Electromagnetic locatorsGround penetrating equipmentGPS/GIS systemsTablets/mobile ticket systemsMaintain daily productivity and quality standardsDocumentation & ReportingComplete ticket documentation accurately and on timeUpload photos and notes for completed locatesReport damaged utilities, unsafe conditions, and mapping discrepanciesMaintain compliance with Delaware and Maryland 811 regulationsCustomer & Contractor InteractionCommunicate professionally with excavators and property ownersExplain markings and locate limitations when neededCoordinate meet tickets and emergency requestsRepresent On The Mark Locators professionally in the fieldCoverage AreaCentral DelawareSouthern MarylandRural, residential, commercial, and highway environmentsTravel throughout assigned territory is required daily.
Required QualificationsValid drivers license with clean driving recordAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionBasic computer and smartphone/tablet skillsStrong attention to detailAbility to read maps and directionsAbility to lift 50 lbs and walk long distancesComfortable working outdoors year-roundPreferred QualificationsPrevious utility locating experienceKnowledge of Miss Utility / 811 systemsExperience with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)GIS or mapping experienceConstruction or utility field backgroundKnowledge of APWA color code standardsWork EnvironmentOutdoor field environmentExposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, mud, and uneven terrainOccasional on-call or emergency response workIndependent field work with daily route assignmentsSkills & CompetenciesTime managementRoute planningProblem-solvingSafety awarenessCommunication skillsAttention to detailAccountabilityAbility to work under deadlinesTypical Equipment UsedVivax / Radiodetection locating equipmentTablets/mobile ticket management systemsGPS mapping toolsCompany truckSafety PPE and traffic control equipmentPerformance ExpectationsMeet daily locate completion goalsMaintain low damage ratioSubmit accurate ticket documentationFollow all company safety proceduresMaintain professional appearance and customer service standardsCertifications (Preferred or Required After Hire)OSHA 10First Aid/CPRState locator certification (if applicable)Defensive driving certification recblid 9ct9pu5dwwfpdbxdy5mncjllhj66zp Not Specified
Locators work independently in the field using utility locating equipment, mapping systems, and electronic ticket management software while maintaining strong communication with contractors, municipalities, and utility owners.
Key ResponsibilitiesUtility Locating & MarkingRespond to 811 locate requests within required state deadlinesLocate underground utilities including:
ElectricGasCommunications/FiberWaterSewerCATVMark utilities according to APWA color code standardsRead and interpret utility maps, prints, and GIS dataVerify clear and accurate markings before closing ticketsField OperationsDrive assigned company vehicle throughout service territoryWork outdoors in varying weather and terrain conditionsUse locating equipment such as:
Electromagnetic locatorsGround penetrating equipmentGPS/GIS systemsTablets/mobile ticket systemsMaintain daily productivity and quality standardsDocumentation & ReportingComplete ticket documentation accurately and on timeUpload photos and notes for completed locatesReport damaged utilities, unsafe conditions, and mapping discrepanciesMaintain compliance with Delaware and Maryland 811 regulationsCustomer & Contractor InteractionCommunicate professionally with excavators and property ownersExplain markings and locate limitations when neededCoordinate meet tickets and emergency requestsRepresent On The Mark Locators professionally in the fieldCoverage AreaCentral DelawareSouthern MarylandRural, residential, commercial, and highway environmentsTravel throughout assigned territory is required daily.
Required QualificationsValid drivers license with clean driving recordAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionBasic computer and smartphone/tablet skillsStrong attention to detailAbility to read maps and directionsAbility to lift 50 lbs and walk long distancesComfortable working outdoors year-roundPreferred QualificationsPrevious utility locating experienceKnowledge of Miss Utility / 811 systemsExperience with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)GIS or mapping experienceConstruction or utility field backgroundKnowledge of APWA color code standardsWork EnvironmentOutdoor field environmentExposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, mud, and uneven terrainOccasional on-call or emergency response workIndependent field work with daily route assignmentsSkills & CompetenciesTime managementRoute planningProblem-solvingSafety awarenessCommunication skillsAttention to detailAccountabilityAbility to work under deadlinesTypical Equipment UsedVivax / Radiodetection locating equipmentTablets/mobile ticket management systemsGPS mapping toolsCompany truckSafety PPE and traffic control equipmentPerformance ExpectationsMeet daily locate completion goalsMaintain low damage ratioSubmit accurate ticket documentationFollow all company safety proceduresMaintain professional appearance and customer service standardsCertifications (Preferred or Required After Hire)OSHA 10First Aid/CPRState locator certification (if applicable)Defensive driving certification recblid 9ct9pu5dwwfpdbxdy5mncjllhj66zp Not Specified