Private Utility Locator (Dallas, TX)

Northern Lights & Jdh Contracting; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Holidays and Vacation Time

Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD and

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan – with match!

Job summary

NORTHERN LIGHTS UTILITY LOCATOR is seeking a full-time professional to locate underground utilities in the Dallas area, manage 811 tickets and document findings with maps, GIS data, and field equipment.

The role requires 75%+ travel, the ability to work in all weather, pass a drug screen, and maintain accurate reports and photos for each ticket.

On-call rotation, strict safety practices, and reliable transportation are essential; competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Know best locate practices, procedures and 811 law.
• Read and interpret utility maps and as-built drawings.
• Maintain equipment and vehicle in good condition.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets.
• Perform hand hole inspections and documentation.
• GPS utility mapping.
• Use maps, GIS data and locating equipment to mark utilities.
• Prepare reports and memos documenting work and issues.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Dallas, TX 75201, Position Type: Full Time, Northern Lights Locating and Inspection Incis looking for Private Utility Locators. We offer competitive pay, great benefits and a paid time off program. We focus on allowing our locators to run their area independently as needed but there is a support system in place for them as well.

NORTHERN LIGHTS UTILITY LOCATOR

STATUS:Full Time, Employee

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: 2 years Locator experience required.

JOB SUMMARY:

• Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets per 811 dig laws
• Perform hand hole inspections and documentation.
• GPS utility mapping.
• Uses utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, G.I.S. information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment
• Utilizes flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities
• Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved
• Take pictures of utility line located for each 811 ticket
• Investigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities
• Candidates need to be comfortable with using Cell phone-based app to record locating marks for clients property for excavators and property owners. App holds photos and enables locators to complete all documents needed for locate
• On-call rotation

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Know best locate practices, procedures and 811 law
• Read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings
• Maintain cleanliness and good operating condition of all provided equipment and vehicle
• Ability to maintain a Tobacco free vehicle
• Locate underground utilities using multiple methods of locating
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions
• Maintain small- to medium-sized equipment and trucks
• Complete paperwork and documentation
• Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
• Attention to Detail
• Be able to work in all weather conditions
• Willingness to Travel (75% +)
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able to pass a drug screen
• Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification.
• Must be available to work varying schedules and overtime
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Self-motivated and able to learn quickly
• Team oriented and have exemplary character.
• Safety focused

NORTHERN LIGHTS OFFERS:

• Competitive pay
• Paid Holidays and Vacation Time.
• Affordable benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD and Life
• 401(k) Plan – with match!