Locate Technician - Birmingham, AL

National Underground Group; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive time off plan

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Bonus opportunity

Career training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

National Underground Group in Birmingham, AL is hiring a full-time Locate Technician responsible for accurately locating underground utilities like telephone and power lines. Candidates should possess a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and a valid driver's license. The role requires physical abilities to lift and walk in various terrains. The company offers benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k) match, and training for locator certification.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk all types of terrain in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Use mechanical equipment to locate underground utilities.
• Communicate with managers and crews about locate issues.
• Interpret job orders and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Read maps for accurate utility locations.
• Determine efficient routes for locates.
• Remove and replace manhole lids.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Ability to drive local roads

Strong work ethic

Ability to use computer for documentation

Job description

Full Time Regular Manual Labor Birmingham, AL, US

Why You'll Love Working for Us (Our Benefits):

• Competitive time off plan
• Medical, dental,Vision, Life/STD/LTD Insurance available as well
• 401(k) with employer match
• Bonus opportunity based on personal and company performance
• Career training and advancement opportunities are available

Your Responsibilities as a Locate Technician:

• Use mechanical/technical equipment to accurately locate underground facilities such as telephone lines, electrical power lines, cable television lines, gas lines, fiber optic lines, water lines, and sewer lines.
• Communicate and interact daily with managers, excavation crews, and homeowners to discuss locate issues.
• Interpret job order tickets and respond appropriately to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Read maps and blueprints to ensure accurate location of utilities.
• Determine efficient route to each locate in rural and urban areas.
• Remove and replace manhole lids.

What We Need from You (Our Requirements):

• Willingness to learn – Instructor led training is required to receive locator certification.
• Ability to drive local roads, work outdoors, and to operate independently
• Ability to perform locate duties before or after normal business hours when on call
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to access restricted and/or controlled areas (such as federal installations)
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to use computer to complete documentation and receive and send email
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds
• Ability to walk all types of terrain (grass, ditches, wooded areas, gravel, etc.) in and around construction zones and residential, commercial, industrial and rural areas in all types of weather conditions (rain snow, cold, heat, etc.). May require walking up to 5 miles in one day, several times a week.

National Underground Group and its affiliates provide equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal or state statutes. The Company is committed to maintaining an environment in which all applicants are treated equitably and given the opportunity to achieve their full potential in the workplace.