Locate Technician

GridHawk LLC

Columbiana (AL)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 50,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan (Matched by the company)

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

A utility locating services company is seeking a full-time Locate Technician in Alabama. The role involves locating underground utilities, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have problem-solving skills, strong communication abilities, and the capacity to interpret technical information proficiently. Benefits include health and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off. Teamwork and adherence to safety protocols are essential in this dynamic outdoor environment.

Qualifications

Must complete a background check.
Must take and pass a DOT drug test.
State issued driver's license is required.
Ability to walk/stand for multiple hours a day.
Computer skills of 1 year preferred.
Utility locating experience of 1 year preferred.

Responsibilities

Locates underground facilities using a transmitter.
Works in diverse terrains under various weather conditions.
Interprets blueprints to perform duties effectively.
Handles emergency locates as necessary.
Communicates effectively with customers and teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Excellent communication skills

Ability to read and interpret prints

Ability to lift over 50lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency (GED)

Tools

Vacuum truck

Job description

Job Description

Locate Technicians are responsible for accurately locating underground facilities including, but not limited to, telephone communication lines, electric power lines, cable television lines, gas lines, fiber optic lines, water lines, and sewer lines. This position is a key component to ensure that the area is complying with client and state requirements. Service duties include observing, locating, marking, and documenting underground and exposed utility locations. Understanding of doing so, using multiple methods is required. The locating technician will be dispatched to locate and verify for utility customers. Technician can work independently or in a team environment, in both circumstances the technician will work under an assigned supervisor. Ability to perform this job takes focus, skill, and the use of machinery and/or tools.

GridHawk LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employees can advance within the company, based on performance and satisfactory.

Requirements

Must complete a background check. Company policy requires no violations within the last 5 years.
Must take and pass a DOT drug test.
High School Diploma or equivalency (GED).
State issued driver's license.
Ability to problem solve.
Ability to read, interpret, and decipher multiple types of prints.
Vacuum truck experience A+.
Ability to lift over 50lbs.
Ability to walk/stand for multiple hours a day.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to read and interpret prints at a high level.
Pass a background screening (no violations within the last 5 years).
Pass a DOT drug test.

Responsibilities

Locates underground facilities by using a transmitter and hooking up to a buried facility, pedestal, etc.
Works in and walks over all types of terrain in and around construction zones and residential, commercial, industrial, and rural areas in all types of weather conditions.
Interprets job order tickets, blueprints and maps to efficiently route and perform duties.
Performs locates and emergency/on-call locates during regular, overtime and holiday hours as necessary to meet customer needs.
Performs all work in a timely, professional and efficient manner while effectively communicating and interacting with customers, co-employees and third parties.
Communication with management team, contractor and utility customer to ensure a damage free environment.
Knowledge of technology and tools needed.
Ability to work with others and in a supervised team environment.

Benefits

All employees are eligible to receive some form of company benefits. Some benefits (including health insurance) are available to regular, full‑time employees who maintain an average of 30 hours worked per week. Qualifying employees can enjoy paid holidays and PTO. All benefits will be available the first of the next month following 30 days of employment.