Damage Prevention Specialist

WSB; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

401K with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

WSB in Minneapolis is seeking a field-based Utility Locating Technician to monitor excavation activities, verify utility locates, and coordinate with contractors. You will document findings, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and support damage prevention initiatives.

The role requires 1–2 years in utility locating or related field, a valid driver’s license, and proficiency with mobile reporting (iPad) and MS Office; travel within the territory is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–2 years of experience in utility locating, underground construction, pipeline operations, damage prevention, or related field.
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record and ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Monitor excavation activities to ensure work is safe and within utility tolerance zones.
• Verify presence and accuracy of utility locates before and during excavation.
• Coordinate with contractors to schedule monitoring for high-risk excavation work.
• Document field observations, findings, and compliance through photos and notes.
• Ensure practices comply with local/state regulations and 811 requirements.
• Maintain detailed records of monitoring activities and site visits.
• Communicate safety concerns and risks to supervisors and project stakeholders.

Skills

Driver's license

Mobile reporting

DataFi reporting tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

DataFi reporting tools

iPad reporting

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results, and we've dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We've inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.

What You Will Do

• Monitor excavation activities to ensure work is performed safely and within established utility tolerance zones.
• Verify the presence, accuracy, and adherence to utility locates prior to and during excavation activities.
• Coordinate with contractors and excavators to schedule monitoring for high-risk or sensitive excavation work.
• Identify potential conflicts between excavation activities and underground infrastructure and elevate concerns as appropriate.
• Document field observations, findings, and compliance through photographs, written notes, and digital reporting systems.
• Ensure excavation practices comply with applicable local, state, and utility-specific safety regulations, standards, and 811 requirements.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of excavation monitoring activities and site visits.
• Communicate safety concerns, potential risks, and field issues to supervisors and relevant project stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings for high-risk excavation projects to review scope, utility conflicts, and safety protocols.
• Serve as a field representative supporting damage prevention and excavation safety initiatives.
• Positions self to access tools and materials in various locations.
• Traverses job sites having uneven terrain, slopes, confined spaces, or reinforced trenches.
• Moves materials weighing up to 75 pounds periodically.
• Conducts visual assessments of task quality and job site safety.
• Ascends/descends into job site areas to complete inspections and data collection.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You Will Bring

• Education:
• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate or Bachelor\'s degree preferred).
• Experience:
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in utility locating, underground construction, pipeline operations, damage prevention, or a related field.
• Experience working independently in outdoor field environments and managing multiple job sites preferred.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Licenses/Certifications:
• Possession of a valid driver\'s license with a clean driving record and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
• Software:
• Proficiency in mobile technology (iPad) for reporting and documentation.
• Knowledge of DataFi reporting tools preferred.
• Microsoft Suite Products (e.g. Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, OneDrive, etc).
• Working Conditions/Schedule/Location:
• Primarily field-based role must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
• Reliable transportation required and the ability to travel daily within assigned territory.
• Travel may be required.

Who We Are

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

WSB strives to ensure that its careers website is accessible to all.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.