Underground Utility Locator

Role Overview

Timmons Group is seeking a dedicated Underground Utility Locator to support our Survey Group based in Richmond, VA. This role involves assisting survey crews through the identification and marking of underground utilities for diverse projects. The position offers a combination of fieldwork and office tasks tailored for suitable candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately locate and mark underground utilities utilizing electromagnetic equipment and other geophysical techniques.
• Identify all types of utility lines, whether conductive or non-conductive, including water, sewer, gas, electric, fiber optic, PVC, and any other subterranean infrastructure impacting excavation sites.
• Mark utilities using flags or paint and compile detailed sketches of findings for client reference.
• Potentially learn and apply survey control techniques and locate marked utilities using conventional survey instruments such as robotic total stations and RTK GPS technology.
• Manage upkeep of survey equipment, supplies, and company vehicle.
• Collaborate effectively within team settings while also being capable of independent work when required.

Candidate Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED, ideally with five years’ experience in Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) designation and field surveying.
• Thorough knowledge of ASCE 38-02 standards and quality levels relevant to utility locating.
• Experience operating robotic total stations, data collectors, and GPS equipment is advantageous.
• Ability to obtain and maintain federal security clearance.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD is a preferred asset.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina driver’s license with a clean driving record is mandatory.
• Willingness to travel occasionally as part of job duties.

Compensation and Additional Details

The anticipated salary range for this role is $21 to $28 per hour with eligibility for overtime. Offers are influenced by factors such as experience, skills, education, and role complexity. The company also offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Additional Information

This position requires high energy, creativity, adaptability, patience, and a proactive approach to work. Candidates should align with the organization’s Vision, Mission, and Shared Values. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities to facilitate essential duties.

Timmons Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Timmons Group

Timmons Group is a nationally recognized full-service engineering and technology firm with 21 offices spanning the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. Services include civil engineering, environmental consulting, economic development, GIS technology, landscape architecture, and surveying. Consistently ranked among ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms for over three decades, the company fosters an engaging culture focused on employee growth, leveraging cutting-edge resources and technology.