UTILITY LOCATOR
Summary of Position:
The Utility Locator organizes locate tickets, travels to assigned work sites and performs locate identifying and marking underground utilities to prevent damage during construction projects.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Locate and mark Cable TV, electric, fiber, gas and copper lines using specialized equipment
Read and understand locate tickets as well as maps, records, prints and other documentation to locate and mark utilities correctly
Mark utility locations with paint, flags and stakes to indicate their position for construction crews
Document the location of utilities and any issues or problems related to their positioning
Work with contractors, homeowners and other stakeholders to obtain and provide information regarding public and private utility locations
Work with Locates Admin to obtain maps and Gopher One Tickets
Mark contracted facilities on job sites if required by a contract
Set up and maintain safe work zones, including traffic control devices
Safety training as required by position
Paperwork filing and maintenance as needed
Essential Education and Qualifications:
Previous utility locating experience
Knowledge of different type of utilities and their typical construction
Ability to interpret utility maps and survey data
Must have strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
Maintain strong, professional communication skills with homeowners, contractors and public
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
Safe driving record
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to hear and see well to detect signals and sounds from locating equipment
Must be physically fit to endure the daily activity involved with the job including bending, walking, standing and stooping for extended periods of time
Must be able to walk on uneven ground due to jobsite conditions
Must be able to work in all weather conditions
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds
Benefits offered to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance, along with Paid Time Off, paid Holidays, traditional and ROTH 401(k) options with company match, employee stock purchase plan, education assistance program, employee assistance program, training and development opportunities, Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program, and a Commercial Driver’s License obtainment program.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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The Utility Locator organizes locate tickets, travels to assigned work sites and performs locate identifying and marking underground utilities to prevent damage during construction projects.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Locate and mark Cable TV, electric, fiber, gas and copper lines using specialized equipment
Read and understand locate tickets as well as maps, records, prints and other documentation to locate and mark utilities correctly
Mark utility locations with paint, flags and stakes to indicate their position for construction crews
Document the location of utilities and any issues or problems related to their positioning
Work with contractors, homeowners and other stakeholders to obtain and provide information regarding public and private utility locations
Work with Locates Admin to obtain maps and Gopher One Tickets
Mark contracted facilities on job sites if required by a contract
Set up and maintain safe work zones, including traffic control devices
Safety training as required by position
Paperwork filing and maintenance as needed
Essential Education and Qualifications:
Previous utility locating experience
Knowledge of different type of utilities and their typical construction
Ability to interpret utility maps and survey data
Must have strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
Maintain strong, professional communication skills with homeowners, contractors and public
High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
Safe driving record
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must be able to hear and see well to detect signals and sounds from locating equipment
Must be physically fit to endure the daily activity involved with the job including bending, walking, standing and stooping for extended periods of time
Must be able to walk on uneven ground due to jobsite conditions
Must be able to work in all weather conditions
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds
Benefits offered to eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life insurance, along with Paid Time Off, paid Holidays, traditional and ROTH 401(k) options with company match, employee stock purchase plan, education assistance program, employee assistance program, training and development opportunities, Telecommunications Industry Registered Apprenticeship Program, and a Commercial Driver’s License obtainment program.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Apply Now