Timmons Group · Newport News, VA

Underground Utility Locator at Timmons Group — Newport News, VA

Full-timeNewport News, VA$21–$21/hourPosted 2026-07-14Apply on SmartRecruiters

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Timmons Group is currently seeking an Underground Utility Locator to join our Survey Group located in our Newport News, VA office location. The Underground Utility Locator assists the survey crew by locating and marking underground utilities for various projects. This position can be an in-office and field combination for the right candidate.

  • Provides underground utility flagging “designation” with proficiency utilizing electromagnet equipment and other geophysical means
  • Designates all utility line types of conductive or non-conductive materials including water, sewer, gas, electric, fiber optic, PVC, and all other underground facilities that would affect an excavation of a site
  • Marks utilities with flags and/or paint and produce a sketch of results for future use by the client
  • May be required to learn how to establish survey control and perform locations of utility designation markings using conventional survey equipment including robotic total stations and RTK GPS technology
  • Oversees maintenance of survey equipment, supplies and vehicle
  • Candidate must be able to work in a team environment, and be willing to work independently on occasion
  • High school diploma/GED and five (5) years of SUE designation and field survey experience is ideal
  • Clear understanding of ASCE 38-02 standards and quality levels and their applications
  • Experience with robotic total stations, data collectors and GPS is preferred
  • Must be able to obtain and hold a federal security clearance
  • AutoCAD experience a plus
  • Valid NC driver license and a good driving record required
  • Must be willing to travel on occasion

Compensation: Our best estimate of the salary range for this position is $21/hr.-$28/hr. Offers are based on a range of job-related factors such as internal equity, experience, skills, education, credentials and role complexity.

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