Utility Locator

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering and Consulting Services, Inc. is looking for a Utility Locator based in Atlanta, GA. The successful candidate will locate underground utilities accurately, safely, and efficiently, marking documentation accordingly.

The role requires 1-3 years of relevant experience, a High School Diploma/GED, and a valid driver’s license. The company offers comprehensive benefits and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of utility locating or designating experience.
• GDOT experience required.
• Valid driver's license and insurable.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities safely and efficiently.
• Accurately mark locations and complete necessary documentation.
• Collect data and sketch for field books.

Skills

Utility locating

Use of pipe and cable locating devices

Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Title: Utility Locator

Location: Atlanta, GA

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

Duties / Responsibilities

• Correctly, safely, and efficiently locate underground utilities, including telecommunications, electric power, cable TV, gas, and water
• Thoroughly search for underground utilities in a designated area, accurately marking the location, completing the necessary documentation, and photographing each locate
• Basic comprehension and interpretation of planimetric and design plans, profiles and cross sections, utility records, etc.
• Collect data and complete field sketches for field books
• Assist on projects requested by department

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma/GED
• 1-3 years of utility locating or designating using many types of pipe and cable locating devices
• Experience with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) is preferred
• Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) experience required
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable

Physical Requirements

• Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
• Ability to carry required instruments and equipment
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• The worker is subject to variable climate and environmental conditions including but not limited to extreme cold and heat

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidaysProfessional development and career advancement opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify