Damage Prevention Technician

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Damage Prevention Technician to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for locating and marking underground utilities, ensuring safety and accuracy in asset management. You'll work independently, consulting with contractors and preparing documentation, while being provided with full training and support. This position offers a dynamic work environment where you can thrive, with opportunities for growth and a comprehensive compensation package, including health benefits and a company vehicle. If you're ready to make a difference in your community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid Training

Company Provided Vehicle

Health and Dental Benefits

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Pension Plan with Company Match

Overtime Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid 'G' class Driver’s License and clean driver’s abstract.
• Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark underground utilities using company equipment.
• Consult with contractors regarding utility locations and prepare reports.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Problem Solving

Ability to Work Independently

Physical Fitness

Computer Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Utility Locating Equipment

Job description

GTel is one of Canada’s leading utility locating companies, but we’re much more than that. As a trusted advisor, we help our clients manage their assets safely, accurately and efficiently.
As a fully integrated asset management and meter services company, we help our clients meet their asset management needs and reduce utility risk in the communities they serve.

Damage Prevention Technician

About the role:

Damage Prevention Technicians locate underground utilities i.e., high-voltage electrical cables, water lines, sewer lines, steam lines, gas lines, telephone lines, and more, for a prescribed geography. Using company provided equipment, the Damage Prevention Technician will locate, mark (with spray paint and flags) and record underground utilities. Full training is provided.

Other duties include:

• Employing a health and safety mindset with customers and communities
• Consulting with contractors, developers, builders, regarding locations of underground utilities
• Preparing reports and documentation verifying marked utilities
• Safeguarding of company equipment and vehicle

Successful GTel Employees will have the following skills:

• The ability to work independently and manage a workload to meet necessary deadlines
• Good customer service skills
• Proficient use of a computer
• The ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgment as situations dictate
• The ability to physically walk in and out of ditches, on uneven surfaces, lifting and loading equipment up to 9kg (20 lbs) in and out of the vehicle several times per day, carry/swing 20lbs of equipment while walking
• The ability to work in all types of weather
• Have a valid ‘G’ class Driver’s License and clean three (3) year Driver’s Abstract as this position includes a company vehicle for business purposes only
• The ability to work weekends, on call and overtime as required

Qualifications:

• Full G License and a clean driver’s abstract
• High school diploma or equivalent

Compensation Package:

• Paid training
• Company provided vehicle for business purposes
• Health Dental and family benefits
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation
• Pension plan with company match
• Overtime opportunities available

We promote a culture that is inclusive, diverse, innovative, and performance driven in an environment that is fun and exciting. If interested in this position, please apply to this posting.

GTel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, GTel will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.