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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 1 day ago

Underground Utility Locator 3 (Designer/Drafter 3)

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The Underground Utility Locator will apply surveying and locating expertise to identify, verify, and map subsurface utilities, ensuring safe excavation and construction activities. This role involves working with advanced technologies and collaborating with various teams to maintain accurate documentation of underground utilities.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform underground utility investigations using electromagnetic locating equipment, GPR, and related technologies

Interpret utility prints, as-built drawings, GIS data, and site conditions to determine probable utility alignments

Clearly and accurately mark utilities in the field using paint, flags, and whiskers following APWA color guidelines

Collect GPS survey data for undocumented lines, utility upgrades, and new installations

Create and update detailed subsurface utility maps using AutoCAD

Prepare and issue complete excavation permit packages, including permit coversheets and updated utility maps

Coordinate with GIS and mapping teams to ensure newly identified utilities are correctly captured and documented

Review NM811 tickets and provide technical guidance regarding third-party utilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and properly care for locating instruments, transmitters, receivers, GPS units, and GPR equipment

Communicate field findings to PICs, Superintendents, Project Managers, and excavation personnel

Support safe-dig operations and reinforce excavation safety protocols

Participate in ongoing professional development, training, and certification activities

Qualification

Underground utility locatingGround Penetrating Radar (GPR)AutoCADGPS survey equipmentSubsurface utility engineering (SUE)Utility marking standardsDocumentation skillsSafety commitmentEffective communicationTeam collaboration

Required

Intermediate experience using underground utility locating tools, including electromagnetic locating systems

Ability to read and interpret utility drawings, as-builts, GIS layers, and site maps

Experience using AutoCAD or similar CAD platforms to produce or revise utility drawings

Understanding of subsurface utility engineering (SUE) concepts and utility marking standards

Working knowledge of common underground infrastructure: electrical, water, sewer, natural gas, steam/condensate, and communications systems

Strong documentation skills, including accurate field notes, sketches, and written reports

Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate with engineers, construction personnel, and contractors

Demonstrated commitment to working safely in outdoor environments with variable weather and terrain

Associate's Degree in an Engineering or Technical field and 3 years of related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation