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NEOGOV · 1 week ago

UTILITY LINE LOCATOR

NEOGOV is seeking a Utility Line Locator for the City of Fairhope, AL. The role involves locating utility service lines using electronic detection equipment and ensuring the accuracy of location data while responding to utility emergencies.

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Responsibilities

Uses electronic detection equipment to locate and mark utility services (electric, water, sewer, and gas services) in the City
Interprets and verifies location data to ensure data accuracy; cross-references data with other data sources to ensure accuracy of locations
Informs City utility staff and relevant third parties of service line locations
Maps new utility infrastructure as it is installed
Operates and maintains ground penetrating radar machine utilized in locating operations
Maintains detailed infrastructure location records to comply with state’s One Call (811 System) system
Connects residential and commercial service customers to the City’s service network
Troubleshoots all service connections to ensure proper operation
Installs water meters
Responds to utility system emergencies during regular work hours as well as during non-routine working hours
Serves as member of designated emergency response team as required
Operates dump trucks, backhoes and tractors utilized in utility line installation and maintenance
Monitors the maintenance needed for all equipment utilized in this job; reports needed maintenance to higher management
Assists work crews in the installation of utility service mains in new residential and commercial areas
Assists in troubleshooting utility lines for proper operation
Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned

Qualification

Underground utility locatingElectronic detection equipmentHeavy equipment operationProfessional Utility Locator certificationClass A CDLMath skillsRecord keepingReading construction drawingsCommunication skills

Required

Possess a high school diploma or GED
Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of work experience in underground utility line locating
Possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or be able to obtain this license within six (6) months of employment; must be insurable
Possess or ability to obtain Professional Utility Locator certification within a prescribed time after hire
Ability to work non-standard hours and emergencies
Ability to travel
Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and an initial drug screen

Preferred

Apprentice Gas Fitter certification

Benefits

Affordable Health Insurance
Affordable Vision Insurance
Affordable Dental Insurance
Employer paid Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Symbol Health Solutions*
Discounted membership at Fairhope Recreation & Fitness Center
Discounted Quail Creek Green Fees
Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Dependent Care Account
Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA)
Paid Sick Time
Paid Vacation Time
City approved paid Holidays

Company

NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.

H1B Sponsorship

NEOGOV has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (13)
2024 (10)
2023 (10)
2022 (18)
2021 (14)
2020 (16)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$700M
Key Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity

Leadership Team

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Shane Evangelist
CEO
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Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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