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Sparus

Utility Locator Buffalo

Buffalo, NY

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
27 Sept 2026

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the posting

  • What You’ll Do
  • You’ll locate underground utilities before digging projects begin. Using maps and equipment, you’ll mark where utilities are to keep crews safe and prevent damage.

This is a field-based role —you’ll be working outdoors and driving daily.

Pay & Benefits

$22 hour and UP (based on experience)

Automatic hourly increase of $.50 after 60 days of employment and then $.50 after 180 days of employment.

Company vehicle

Paid training

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Paid holidays & vacation

Schedule

Full-time, Monday–Friday

Overtime and occasional weekends as needed

What Your Day Looks Like

Drive to job sites (50–200+ miles/day)

Use maps and equipment to locate underground utilities

Mark locations with paint/flags

Communicate findings to crews

Handle emergency calls (rotating schedule, if applicable)

Requirements (Must-Have)

Valid driver’s license with NO restrictions

Comfortable driving long distances daily

Able to work outdoors in all weather

Able to walk 4–6 miles daily and lift up to 50 lbs

Basic computer skills

Willing to work overtime

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

EEO Statement

Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

Sparus Holdings is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email recruiting@sparusholdings.com . We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

“Know Your Rights” Poster

The law requires Sparus Holdings to post a notice describing the Federal laws prohibiting job discrimination. For information regarding your legal rights and protections, please click on the following link: Know Your Rights

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

Sparus Holdings will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.

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