Underground Utility Locator
Company: Vannguard Utility Partners
Location: Dubuque
Posted on: January 22, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Great Opportunity for Outdoor
Work and Freedom! Salary: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour We are
recruiting Underground Utility Locators in your area for a
rewarding career! Vannguard is currently seeking new team members
with the right attitude in a drug-free environment. Our Underground
Utility Locators are responsible, self-motivated individuals who
enjoy the freedom of working outdoors. We will train the right
individual who is committed to safety, comfortable working on their
own, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in completing
a job well done. Our Underground Utility Locators drive a company
vehicle to job sites and use computer utility maps along with
specialized equipment to find underground cables, pipes and other
underground utilities to prevent damages and ensure safety within
the excavation, landscaping and construction community.
Problem-solvers who are not afraid of hard work and know that
quality is their priority should consider a career as an
Underground Utility Locator with Vannguard Utility Partners Inc.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Drive a company vehicle
directly from home to job sites in response to routine ticket
requests, emergencies, and relocates. Utilizes the provided mapping
tools and other location information, along with locating
equipment, to locate underground utilities including, but not
limited to: electric and gas utilities telephone and other
communication lines. Indicates utility locations through the
utilization of paint, flags, and communicates other relevant
information to excavation personnel or other appropriate
authorities. Responds to after-hours emergency call-outs in
accordance with the established rotation schedule. Benefits
Include: Company Vehicle Paid Training Competitive Wages Dental,
Health and Life Insurance 401(k) Paid vacation Overtime Required
Knowledge, Skills and Attitude: Computer Skills Valid driver's
license in applicable state of employment. Must be able to work
overtime when duties cannot be performed within a normal work
schedule. Will be subject to Vannguard's Drug-Free Workplace
Program, and complete a pre-employment drug screening. Able to
self-manage and communicate with supervisors and clients in a
timely manner. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of
this job, employees regularly: Drive 50 to 300 miles daily as
required by the assigned geographic locating area. Get in and out
of a vehicle 50 times a day. Stand and walk lengthy distances (1
miles) over uneven terrain in all weather conditions. Sit for long
periods of time while driving. Lift and/or move 50 to 150 pounds.
Work outdoors in all weather conditions. Education: High school or
equivalent (Required) License: Driver's License (Required) Work
Location: Multiple locations This Job Is: A job for which
military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply Job Type:
Full-time COVID-19 considerations: This position is outdoors and
involves minimal contact and interaction with others. Salary:
$20.00 - $26.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental
insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off
Compensation package: Hourly pay Overtime pay Physical setting:
Outdoor work Schedule: 10 hour shift Monday to Friday On call
Overtime Experience: Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred) Utility
locating: 1 year (Preferred)
Keywords: Vannguard Utility Partners, Iowa City , Underground Utility Locator, Construction , Dubuque, Iowa
