[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Southern Company jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southern-company/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Southern Company · Atlanta, GA # Atlanta Gas Light Locator Atlanta, GA, United States Listed on Southern Company’s official careers site. Posted September 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Southern Company’s careers site →](https://emje.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/21645) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Southern Company](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southern-company/) / Atlanta Gas Light Locator ## Job description ### JOB DESCRIPTION The purpose of this position is to protect company assets from damage by locating underground Company facilities in response to notices of excavation. This is an operational role that requires ensuring compliance is maintained with state, federal and corporate pipeline safety regulations, and standards for Southern Company Gas (SCG) and subsidiaries. This is a bargaining unit position. ## Responsibilities ### JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Follow company procedures and jurisdictional mandates for locating natural gas facilities in the Atlanta Gas Light service territory. Communicate, schedule, and complete natural gas locates for excavators working in Georgia. Photo document natural gas locates. Communicate damage prevention best practices to the Georgia excavating community. Conducts education sessions with locate contractors, excavators, landowners, and homeowners regarding protecting assets. Stand by when any work is being performed on or near SCGs High Profile facilities by 3rd party excavators. Monitor and follow-up on daily ticket load to prevent future damage. Operate and carry locating equipment. Operate a laptop computer. Use small tools. (hammer, screwdriver, shovel, pliers, and wrenches). Read and comprehend physical and electronic maps. Verify any existing marks on company mains and services. Utilize equipment to identify the location of the company mains and services. ### Specific Skills & Knowledge Required: Knowledge of natural gas utility locating Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills Operator Qualified in accordance with Company Plan: the ability to obtain within required timeline Knowledge and experience with natural gas pipeline systems Preferred: Knowledge of easement and Georgia Underground Facilities Protection Act (GUFPA) ### Working Conditions/Physical Requirements Stooping, kneeling, reaching above and below shoulders; frequent bending Carrying equipment up to 45 lbs. Walking long distances to locate underground facilitates Exposure to outdoor elements (rain, sun, heat, cold) 95% of time is spent in the field Overtime is required from time to time Second shift duties may be required Call outs will be required at times ## Qualifications ### Education, Certifications/Licenses Required: High school diploma or GED equivalent Valid driver's license Preferred: Associate’s degree or other technical certification or training related to the utility industry Related Work Experience: Preferred: One year of underground utility locating experience Experience with various types of locate equipment (Vivax, Radio Detection, Metro-tech, or equivalent) Gas infrastructure locating experience Asset Protection/Damage Prevention OQ’s Disclaimer: This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job; responsibilities may be changed or added without advance notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities. Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 18, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 30 days - Location: Atlanta, GA, United States[Apply on Southern Company’s careers site →](https://emje.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1001/job/21645) ## More jobs at Southern Company ### [Archaeologist](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southern-company/jobs/c5c20c6d169991c40f44/) Atlanta, GA, United States ### [Digital Experience Analyst](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southern-company/jobs/ff20ebd384218d72cd4d/) Atlanta, GA, United States ### [Team Lead, Energy Efficiency](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southern-company/jobs/462a289e65868f569a64/) Atlanta, GA, United States ### [Administrative Assistant III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southern-company/jobs/773e93efaf9878db1b8b/) Atlanta, GA, United States ### [Analyst II, End User](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/southern-company/jobs/bcd22d4f7df58d47e8db/) Atlanta, GA, United States ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED - Atlanta, GA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dollar-general/jobs/36b856d7ce4564f717e7/) Dollar General · Atlanta, GA, United States ### [Houseperson - Signia by Hilton Atlanta](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/jobs/3ae6a20900af32f019a6/) Hilton Worldwide Holdings · Atlanta, GA, United States ### [JPM Wealth Management-Business Development Consultant - Atlanta, GA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/34a9795c5b89fc892e40/) JPMorganChase · Atlanta, GA, United States ### [Store Manager - Atlanta, GA Store #8143](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dollar-general/jobs/51e065c64ab5ea7ade53/) Dollar General · Atlanta, GA, United States ### [Host, Trader Vic's - Hilton Atlanta](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hilton-worldwide-holdings/jobs/7da995f7f383fc927f07/) Hilton Worldwide Holdings · Atlanta, GA, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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