Line Locator I

CUC Corporate Brand; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Bonus and salary increases

Wellness initiatives

401k and medical benefits

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a Location Technician to perform line location requests and accurate locates along pipelines. The role is primarily field-based, involving travel in a vehicle and coordination with multiple teams.

The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of state regulations, basic utility construction standards, and proficiency with locating equipment; training and on-call responses after hours may be required.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of state and company damage prevention regulations.
• Knowledge of Basic Utility Construction Standards.
• Ability to locate gas lines using electronic locating equipment.
• Ability to manage excavation notices and ticket records.

Responsibilities

• Perform line location requests, review tickets and prioritize.
• Conduct timely locates and communicate results to requesters.
• Coordinate with other departments and contractors to obtain information.
• File and maintain locates and standby activity records.
• Attend one-call system meetings as directed.

Skills

Damage prevention regs

Utility construction standards

Maps & blueprints

Electronic locating equipment

Ticket management

Communication with crews

Education

High School

Tools

RD locating equipment

Metro Tech

Pipe horn

Electronic locating meter

Job description

Being responsible for knowing and understanding laws regulating One Call System and Company policies and procedures regarding location of gas distribution lines.Accurate and timely location of CUC facilities. Creating and / or maintaining a positive rapport with contractors, excavators, customers and location requesters. Possessing a knowledge and understanding of customers' needs, concerns and expectations. Performing work duties and tasks to meet customer expectations. Responsible for exhibiting Chesapeake Utilities Corportation's Mission, Vision and Values regarding external customers, agencies, vendors, internal departments and co-workers.

What you’ll be working on…

• Performing line location requests, including ticket review and prioritization.
• Performing timely and accurate locates, including callbacks, positive ticket check and / or faxing documents back to location requesters.
• Contacting and cooperating with employees in other departments and outside contractors to obtain necessary information to complete locate requests and ensure construction near pipeline meets Company policies and procedures.
• Filing and maintaining records of locates and standby activity.
• Attending one-call system meeting as directed.

Who you are...

• You have a general knowledge of State and Company damage prevention regulations.
• You have knowledge of Basic Utility Construction Standards
• You have knowledge of area maps, blue prints, computer mapping database and other location information along with Electronic locating equipment to locate gas lines; update record field findings.
• You have a general knowledge of natural gas locations and communicate other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities; attend coordination meeting at project sites to discuss and plan any further or complex excavation work.
• You have the ability to complete company’s locator training program, and pass applicable written and field tests.
• You have the ability to establish general knowledge with computer skills (ticket management and ticket check) to receive, document and close out excavation notices, both during normal hours and after hours.
• You have the ability to receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements.
• You have the ability to perform work duties with various types of equipment used for locating (RD, Metro tech, pipe horn, electronic potential meter etc); to locate and mark underground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
• You have the ability in performing trouble shooting skills for "Untoneable" locates.
• You have the ability to report and document any trouble or "Untoneable locates".
• You have the ability to develop general knowledge with electronic system maps.

Where you'll be working:

• Majority of work is field based, much of time spent in vehicle and along pipeline.

What makes us great:

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

Benefits/what’s in it for you?

• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce and a culture that promotes a sense of belonging for all employees. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email [e-mail].

Preferred

High School or better.

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