Damage Prevention Technician / Utility Locator-Fulltime

Pvs-Contractors-Inc.; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Family benefits

Life insurance

Company vehicle

Paid vacation

Pension plan

Job summary

PVS Grande Prairie is hiring an Experienced Damage Prevention Technician/Utility Locator for a full-time, permanent role in Grande Prairie, AB. You will locate and mark underground utilities, provide detailed sketches, and work with contractors and customers to ensure safe excavation and construction.

The role requires at least three years of utility locate experience, valid driver’s license, and USP endorsements. On-call shifts, overtime, and travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of utility locate experience.
• Must be able to mark utilities and create sketches/drawings.
• Ability to work independently and meet response times.
• Valid AB Class 5 Driver’s License with clean abstract.
• USP Locate & Marking certification is required.
• USP Ground Disturbance Level II certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark underground utilities accurately within designated area.
• Produce detailed sketches/maps of located areas.
• Maintain safety practices per relevant acts and company policy.
• Collaborate with contractors, developers and stakeholders on utility locations.
• Manage and safeguard company equipment and vehicles.
• Participate in mandatory on-call rotation and after-hours calls.
• Travel within the Whitecourt service area and work outdoors in varying weather.

Skills

Utility locate

Sketching

Equipment operation

On-call readiness

Safe driving

Tools

Receiver wand

Transmitter

Locator equipment

Job description

Damage Prevention Technician / Utility Locator-Fulltime

Alberta - Management Full Time Equivalent Operations PVS Grande Prairie, Grande Prairie, AB, CA

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1441

Salary Range: $28.00 To $32.00 Hourly

EXPERIENCED DAMAGE PREVENTION TECHNICIAN/UTILITY LOCATOR

FULLTIME POSITION | GRANDE PRAIRIE, AB

Make Your Mark in Alberta!

• Position: Experienced Damage Prevention Technician, Full-time, Permanent


• Number of Vacancies: Two (2)

Primary Responsibilities

The Damage Prevention Technician (DPT) is responsible for accurately locating and marking underground utilities within a designated area. This includes providing detailed sketches of the located area to the requester. Using company-provided equipment, DPTs will identify utilities such as gas, water, sewer, fiber optic cables, and electrical lines, mark them using spray paint or flags, and document the findings. Other duties include but are not limited to:

• Complete Locates: Use electronic devices, including a receiver wand and transmitter, to locate and verify underground utilities accurately and independently.


• Marking and Documentation: Mark utilities and create detailed drawings/sketches of the located area. Prepare accurate reports and documentation verifying marked utilities.


• Health and Safety: Work in compliance with all health, safety, and environmental legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and company policies. Employ a safety-first mindset when engaging with customers and communities.


• Stakeholder Consultation: Collaborate with contractors, developers, builders, and other stakeholders regarding the location of underground utilities.


• Equipment Management: Ensure the safeguarding and proper use of company equipment and vehicles.


• On-Call Support: Participate in a mandatory on-call rotation shared between the two full-time locators, including responding to after-hours locate requests within the required response time.


• Overtime: Work overtime as required to meet operational and customer service needs.


• Service Area Coverage: Travel throughout the assigned Whitecourt service area and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.


• Operational Coverage: Provide coverage for vacation, illness, overlapping callouts, and other operational requirements as needed.

Successful candidates will have the following requirements:

• Valid AB Class 5 Driver’s License and clean three (3) year Driver’s Abstract, as this position includes a company vehicle for business purposes only


• Minimum three (3) years of utility locate experience


• Utility Safety Partners (USP) endorsed Locate & Marking certification


• USP endorsed Ground Disturbance Level II Certification


• Ability to perform utility locates independently and complete accurate sketches and documentation


• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet required response times


• Availability for full-time work, including weekends, overtime, and a mandatory on-call rotation shared between the two locators


• Ability to respond to after-hours call-outs within the required response time and provide coverage as needed for vacation, illness, and overlapping call-outs


• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and travel throughout the assigned Whitecourt service area


• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including walking on uneven terrain, lifting and carrying equipment up to 9 kg (20 lbs.), and frequently bending, twisting, squatting, or kneeling


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills


• Strong computer skills and ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders


• Clean criminal background check


• Ability to start immediately is an asset


• Competitive compensation commensurate with relevant experience


• Paid training


• Health, dental and family benefits


• Life insurance


• Vehicle provided for business purposes


• Paid vacation


• Company events


• Pension plan, with company contribution

Working Relationships

This position works frequently with:

• Business Leaders


• Clients and Customers


• Members of the Public


• Employees and key stakeholders

Join us and contribute to a culture that values safety, innovation, and excellence! Full training is provided.

Candidates may be required to provide up to three references and supporting documentation during the interview process.

PVS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Act, PVS 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 People Excellence Department of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.