Utility Locator

Finding the right fit:
We're looking to grow our subsurface utility engineering team in Colorado and are currently seeking a highly motivated, self-driven individual who works effectively in both individual and team environments. This position brings plenty of opportunity for growth, so if you're looking to advance yourself professionally, and make your mark in an expanding service line for our company, then read on.
What does work as a Utility Locator look like? Honestly, it depends on the day - and the weather! You could be working in the rain, heat, cold - conditions are often unpredictable. You'll likely encounter the occasional snake, tick, or dog, too. But you'll also be surrounded by beautiful countryside on various terrain as you go about your work.
Depending on the assignment, our days can be long. But we're also huge proponents of flexibility and the need to balance professional commitments and personal well-being. As an employee-owned company, our people are our central asset, and we're dedicated to making sure our professionals have every chance to thrive. We bring together a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and a commitment to training.
If you're looking for a fulfilling work environment with a healthy work-life balance, this might be the ideal job for you.
On any given day, you will:

• Work well in a team environment, outdoors in all kinds of weather, and will be committed to completing projects efficiently and professionally.
• Read and interpret utility plans, thoroughly searching for utilities which may include electric, cable, telecommunication, traffic control, gas, water, sewer lines and other underground utilities using locating equipment, operate a vacuum extraction truck, provide accurate sketches and collect data.
• Be willing to be trained for and willing to work in confined spaces on occasion.
• Be responsible for designating and preforming test holes in different areas for an array of different project types from inner city to rural. At times in traffic or high stress/ risk areas

Required Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience as a technical locator/utility locater technician and familiarity with subsurface utility engineering (SUE).
• Experience using locating equipment, including induction-based, metal detection, ground-penetrating radar and vacuum excavation equipment.
• Willing to travel, work hard and spend most of the day outdoors.
• Ambitious and able to work efficiently with proven success working independently.
• Able to bend, walk long distances across all types of terrain and lift up to 100 lbs multiple times a day.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Ability to be self-motivated when working alone and as a part of a team, and manage time properly.
• Ability to troubleshoot issues with designating in congested areas when signal is not ideal: bleed off, ghost signal, no access, no ground, weak signal, etc.
• Use of proper designating techniques and methods: bonding/un-bonding, 360-degree sweep, proper grounding.
• Adherence to company safety requirements at all times and willingness to be a leader in safety.
• Understanding and familiarity with ASCE SUE quality levels.

Desired skills and experiences:

• A strong communicator with basic computer skills.
• Understands technical concepts and handles multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Personable, self-motivated, dependable, punctual, detail-oriented and organized.
• Interested in marketing SUE services.
• Ability to communicate with contractors and the public in addition to home/landowners.
• Willingness to go the extra mile or work long hours when the job requires it.
• Accuracy and detail-focused.
• Good attitude and proud of your work.

Benefits of being part of the Ayres team:

• Health/dental/vision insurance offering affordable plans with flexible coverage options
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Development


• Paid membership dues to professional organizations
• Paid licensing exam/prep course for professional certification
• Encourage/reimburse for professional registrations and certifications.


• Work/Life Balance


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays [including two floating holidays]
• Flexible work schedules


• Financial


• Flexible spending plans and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)


• Social


• Peer recognition program and mentor programs
• Young Professionals [YP] networking groups
• Sporting events, dragon boat races, annual parties, summer picnics, and more!

Compensation: Our good-faith compensation approach is fair and equitable, and takes into consideration only permissible factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, training, skills, and experience, and geographic location where the work is performed. A salary range for this posting is $44000 - $54000 / year. The foregoing salary range represents what the company believes, in good-faith, it will pay for the posted opportunity. The individual selected for this role will be evaluated with the compensation factors in mind and placed appropriately.
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities, Women, Veterans, People with Disabilities
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)