**Utility Locator Technician (Entry‑Level)** Pay: $21.50-$25.00/hour (based on experience) Location: Fridley, MN (field‑based; travel required) Schedule: Monday - Friday | Start time 7:00 AM until work is completed Travel: Approximately 50% to local and regional job sites **About the Role** Join a respected Utility Engineering and Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) firm and build a long‑term career in the infrastructure industry. As an Entry‑Level Utility Locator Technician, you'll receive hands‑on, paid training while working alongside experienced professionals in a safety‑first environment. This year‑round, outdoor role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with equipment, being active in the field, and developing specialized technical skills that lead to long‑term advancement. **What You'll Do** + Locate, identify, and document underground utilities at active job sites + Assist crews with locating and occasionally exposing sewer and other underground utility systems + Operate SUE locating and designating equipment (pipe and cable locators, vacuum excavation tools) + Use hand and power tools including jackhammers, pogo tampers, concrete saws, air lances, and vacuum hoses + Maintain accurate daily reports and perform basic math calculations + Assist with traffic control setup and follow all safety procedures + Support survey crews with field data collection + Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance **What We're Looking For** Required Qualifications + Basic math and measurement skills + Experience using hand and power tools + Minimum of 3 months of construction or field labor experience + At least 6 months of outdoor work experience in varying weather conditions + Ability to lift up to 75 lbs + High School Diploma or GED + Valid driver's license Preferred Experience (Not Required) + Utility locating or surveying experience + 6+ months of survey or related field experience **Why You'll Want to Work Here** + Competitive pay with clear advancement opportunities + Paid, hands‑on training and professional development + Overtime opportunities + Medical, dental, and vision insurance + Paid time off and paid holidays + 401(k) with company match + Boot and clothing allowance + Company‑provided cell phone or allowance + Food allowance for overnight travel + Life and disability insurance + Tuition reimbursement + Wellness programs, bonuses, and employee discounts **Work Environment** + Field‑based, outdoor role year‑round + Work with vacuum trucks, excavation, and locating equipment + Small, collaborative team (~15 employees) + Office located in Fridley, MN; most work performed in the field **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fridley, MN. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $21.50 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Fridley,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on May 8, 2026. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.