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# Line Locator

- **Company:** US LOCATES LLC
- **Location:** Southaven, MS, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Digital Mapping, Tablet Computers
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/42700c14-4c2f-41f3-8b15-49aa9f9f7f81/line-locator

## About the Role

Job Summary We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Line Locator to join our field operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for locating, identifying, and marking underground utility infrastructure (including gas, electric, water, sewer, and telecommunications lines) prior to excavation. Your work will directly protect project safety, prevent costly infrastructure damage, and support excavation crews. Key Responsibilities * Locate & Mark Utilities: Use specialized equipment (electromagnetic receivers, transmitters, and ground-penetrating radar) to trace underground lines. Mark their precise paths using standardized industry color-coded paint and flags. * Read Maps & Blueprints: Interpret utility schematics, civil engineering prints, as-built drawings, and GIS mapping systems to plan your daily locate routes. * Coordinate on Site: Communicate effectively with construction foremen, and excavators to ensure clear understanding of marked zones. * Safety & Compliance:
Strictly adhere to OSHA safety regulations. Required Qualifications * Education: High school diploma or equivalent. * License: Valid driver's license with a clean driving record (a company vehicle is provided for work use). * Skills: Strong spatial awareness, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. * Tech Savvy: Comfortable navigating smartphones, tablets, and digital mapping software. * Background Check: Ability to pass a pre-employment background check, motor vehicle record check, and drug screening. Preferred Qualifications * 1+ years of experience in utility locating, or land surveying. * Experience operating GPR and pipe and cable locators (e.g., Radiodetection, Vivax-Metrotech). Physical Requirements & Working Conditions * This is a 100% field-based role requiring outdoor work in all weather conditions (rain, snow, heat, or cold). * Ability to walk several miles per day over uneven terrain, active construction sites, and
right-of-ways. * Ability to bend, kneel, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly throughout the shift.