Underground Utility Locator

Hirebridge; Ault (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Vehicle

Paid Training

Competitive Wages

Dental, Health and Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Overtime

Job summary

Vannguard Utility Partners Inc. is seeking Underground Utility Locators for outdoor work across multiple Colorado locations. You will locate underground utilities using specialized equipment and mapping tools, and mark findings to protect excavation sites.

A valid driver’s license and safety-first mindset are essential. Training is provided, with potential overtime and a company vehicle. The role requires ability to work outdoors in all weather, extensive driving, and occasional after-hours

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Overtime availability may be required.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Drive company vehicle from home to job sites.
• Use mapping and locating equipment to locate underground utilities.
• Mark utility locations with paint/flags and communicate to excavation personnel.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as scheduled.

Skills

Computer Skills

Valid Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mapping tools

Job description

Job Description

Great Opportunity for Outdoor Work and Freedom!

Salary: $22.50 per hour

Our Greeley team is recruiting Underground Utility Locators in your area for a rewarding career! Vannguard is currently seeking new team members with the right attitude in a drug-free environment As we are expanding into the I-70 corridor area

Our Underground Utility Locators are responsible, self-motivated individuals who enjoy the freedom of working outdoors. We will train the right individual who is committed to safety, comfortable working on their own, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in completing a job well done.

Our Underground Utility Locators drive a company vehicle to job sites and use computer utility maps along with specialized equipment to find underground cables, pipes and other underground utilities to prevent damages and ensure safety within the excavation, landscaping and construction community.

Problem-solvers who are not afraid of hard work and know that quality is their priority should consider a career as an Underground Utility Locator with Vannguard Utility Partners Inc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive a company vehicle directly from home to job sites in response to routine ticket requests, emergencies, and relocates.
• Utilizes the provided mapping tools and other location information, along with locating equipment, to locate underground utilities including, but not limited to: electric and gas utilities telephone and other communication lines.
• Indicates utility locations through the utilization of paint, flags, and communicates other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities.
• Responds to after-hours emergency call-outs in accordance with the established rotation schedule.

Benefits Include:

• Company Vehicle
• Paid Training
• Competitive Wages
• Dental, Health and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Overtime

Required Knowledge, Skills and Attitude:

• Computer Skills
• Valid driver's license in applicable state of employment.
• Must be able to work overtime when duties cannot be performed within a normal work schedule.
• Will be subject to Vannguard's Drug-Free Workplace Program, and complete a pre-employment drug screening.
• Able to self-manage and communicate with supervisors and clients in a timely manner.

Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, employees regularly:

• Drive 50 to 300+ miles daily as required by the assigned geographic locating area.
• Get in and out of a vehicle 50+ times a day.
• Stand and walk lengthy distances (1+ miles) over uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• Sit for long periods of time while driving.
• Lift and/or move 50 to 150 pounds.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

• Multiple locations

This Job Is:

• A job for which military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Job Type:Full-time

COVID-19 considerations: This position is outdoors and involves minimal contact and interaction with others.

Salary:$22.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Compensation package:

• Hourly pay
• Overtime pay

Physical setting:

• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime

Experience:

• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
• Utility locating: 1 year (Preferred)