Underground Utility Locator

GPD Group; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading firm in underground utility mapping as an Underground Utility Locator in Akron, Ohio. This role requires proficiency with geophysical equipment and offers a collaborative work environment where your expertise will directly contribute to the success of engineering projects. GPD Group values employee well-being with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401(k) matching program, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Vacation & Sick Time

Quarterly bonus program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience with geophysical equipment is preferable.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and utility drawings.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Use geophysical multi-frequency and ground penetrating radar equipment for utility mapping.
• Read and interpret plans and different types of utility drawings.
• Coordinate with internal land survey crews on various jobs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Geophysical multi-frequency equipment

Ground penetrating radar equipment

Job description

Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity for the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and embody the core traits that guide GPD Group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.

For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering, and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of over 850 professionals working in 13 offices, it is our passion and commitment to our purpose that unites us.

GPD is currently seeking an Underground Utility Locator in our Akron, Ohio office. We are not a utility contract locator; rather, a firm dedicated to high-quality underground utility mapping for engineering projects. Applicants must understand the theory and practice of locating underground utilities using electromagnetic and ground penetrating radar equipment. Applicants must also be willing to stay current with new utility locating and geophysical equipment and processes.

Day-to-day job responsibilities:

• Using geophysical multi-frequency and ground penetrating radar equipment to carry out assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Reading and interpreting plans, maps, and different types of utility drawings and prints.
• Heavy lifting of up to 70 lbs. of equipment from truck to site.
• Working outdoors for 8-10 hours under various conditions and exposure to traffic, heat, cold, and other adverse conditions.
• Daily travel to sites, with occasional out-of-town stays required.
• Coordinating with internal land survey crews on various jobs and training on land survey equipment and tasks.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in utilizing geophysical multi-frequency and ground penetrating radar equipment is preferable but not required.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, maps, and different types of utility drawings and prints.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, maintain confidentiality, and manage sensitive information.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of industry-specific safe workplace principles and practices.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

GPD offers a very generous compensation and benefits package which includes:

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company contribution
• Vacation & Sick Time
• Quarterly bonus program
• And much more…

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.