Underground Utilities Locator Technician

National Underground Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

National Underground Group is seeking a water and sewer technician in Virginia Beach, VA to use mechanical and technical equipment to locate underground facilities such as electrical power lines and fiber optics.

You will provide locate services for a single contractor along the I-64 corridor, read maps and blueprints, discuss locate issues with client managers and excavation crews, and determine efficient routes in rural and urban areas.

Qualifications

• Instructor-led training is required to receive locator certification.
• Ability to drive local roads, work outdoors, and operate independently.
• On-call hours outside normal business hours may be required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Walk up to five miles in a day, several times a week.

Responsibilities

• Use mechanical/technical equipment to accurately locate underground facilities such as electrical power lines, and fiber optic lines.
• Provide locate services for single contractor along the I-64 corridor.
• Communicate and interact daily with client managers and excavation crews 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.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Driver's license

On-call availability

Strong work ethic

Computer skills

Physical stamina

Job description

National Underground Group is seeking a water and sewer technician in Virginia Beach, VA to use mechanical and technical equipment to locate underground facilities such as electrical power lines and fiber optics.

You will provide locate services for a single contractor along the I-64 corridor, read maps and blueprints, discuss locate issues with client managers and excavation crews, and determine efficient routes in rural and urban areas.