Advanced Locating and Pipeline Services Technician

GridHawk LLC; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Benefits Plan

401(k) Savings Plan (company matched)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

GridHawk LLC in South Bend, Indiana, is seeking an Advanced Locating and Pipeline Services Technician. The role includes maintaining safety regulations, locating, marking, and documenting pipeline locations. Candidates should have multiple years of pipeline locating experience and a High School Diploma.

This full-time position offers a competitive pay range of $20.00 - $28.00 per hour along with health benefits, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Multiple years of pipeline locating experience required.
• Ability to read, interpret, and decipher multiple types of prints.
• Pass a background screening (no violations within the last 3 years).

Responsibilities

• Audit, locate, verify, and fix problems for utility customers.
• Perform duties with focus, skill, and use of machinery and tools.
• Communicate with management and contractors to ensure damage-free excavation.

Skills

Utility locating equipment knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to lift over 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Utility locating equipment

Vacuum truck

Job description

Overview

The Advanced Locating and Pipeline Services Technician is responsible for maintaining and protecting their area of coverage, while following company policies and safety regulations. This position helps ensure the area complies with client and state requirements. Responsibilities include observing, locating, marking, and documenting pipeline locations underground and exposed, using multiple methods.

Responsibilities

• Audit, locate, verify, and fix problems for utility customers’ plants at an advanced level.
• Work independently or in a team environment under an assigned supervisor.
• Perform duties with focus, skill, and use of machinery and/or tools.
• Locate underground facilities by using multiple methods and fix broken tracer wires.
• Take pipe-to-soil readings and perform corrosion readings.
• Tack weld tracer wires onto pipe and expose utilities by hand.
• Communicate with management, contractors, and utility customers to ensure damage-free excavation.
• Utilize knowledge of technology and tools needed for the role.
• Collaborate with others in a supervised team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency (GED) and multiple years of pipeline locating experience.
• Knowledge and experience using multiple types of utility locating equipment.
• Ability to fix problems outside normal day-to-day operations.
• Ability to read, interpret, and decipher multiple types of prints.
• Vacuum truck experience (preferred).
• A+ or higher level competency as applicable.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs and walk/stand for extended periods.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Pass a background screening (no violations within the last 3 years) and pass a DOT drug test.
• All employees are eligible for company benefits based on full-time status and hours worked.

Benefits

• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Flexible Benefits Plan
• 401(k) Savings Plan (company matched)
• Paid time off and paid holidays

Schedule and Employment Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour
• Schedule: 10 hour shift, 12 hour shift, Holidays; On call; Weekends as needed
• Education/Experience requirements: High school or equivalent (Required); 1+ year (Preferred) in related field
• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
• Utility locating: 1 year (Required)
• Driver’s License (Required)

Additional Policy Notes

GridHawk LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates must complete a background check and pass a DOT drug test. Company policy requires no violations within the last 3 years. All employees are assigned proper technology and work vehicles, and receive the tools needed to perform duties (including a company vehicle, laptop, smartphone, uniforms, and PPE).