Damage Prevention Field Tech - Independent, Vehicle & Tools

Arkonecall; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Health care

401K with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid training

Job summary

ARKUPS is an underground utility locating company that provides a reliable locate service to ensure public safety by preventing damage to partner facilities. As a Damage Prevention Specialist, you will work independently to identify and mark subsurface utilities, interacting with contractors and the public to promote safety and compliance with Arkansas 811.

You will travel in the field using company-provided resources, with growth opportunities as you contribute to safe excavations and community

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret maps, utility records and electronic prints.
• Ability to distinguish colors accurately to mark utilities according to industry-standard color codes.
• Ability to interpret signals and data from electronic detection equipment to accurately locate underground utilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and mark the location of all partner subsurface utilities to minimize damage during construction excavation activities.
• Interact with contractors, co-workers and the public to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Promote Arkansas 811 law to prevent damage.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Maps reading

Color code interpretation

Job description

ARKUPS is an underground utility locating company that provides a reliable locate service to ensure public safety by preventing damage to partner facilities. As a Damage Prevention Specialist, you will work independently to identify and mark subsurface utilities, interacting with contractors and the public to promote safety and compliance with Arkansas 811.

You will travel in the field using company-provided resources, with growth opportunities as you contribute to safe excavations and community