Damage Prevention Technician

MTW Employment Services; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Damage Prevention Technicians to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for locating and marking underground utilities, ensuring safety and compliance in all operations. The position offers comprehensive training and the opportunity to work independently while managing your workload. You will engage with various stakeholders, including contractors and developers, to provide accurate utility information. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values diversity and innovation, along with a competitive compensation package that includes a company vehicle and health benefits. If you are ready to make a difference, this role is for you!

Benefits

Paid training

Company provided vehicle

Health, dental, and family benefits

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Pension plan with company match

Overtime opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Valid 'G' class Driver's License and clean driver's abstract required.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Problem solving

Independent work

Physical stamina

Computer proficiency

Good judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Shift and schedule

Overtime

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Full 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.

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
• 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.