About this Utility Locator Buffalo role at Sparus
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 [email protected]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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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.