Utility Locator

Accura Engineering & Consulting Services, Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the utility engineering field is seeking a dedicated individual to locate and document underground utilities in Charlotte, North Carolina. The role requires a high school diploma, relevant experience, and offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of utility locating experience.
• Experience with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) preferred.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark underground utilities accurately.
• Complete documentation and photographs for field records.
• Assist on projects as requested.

Skills

Utility locating

Data collection

Field sketching

Understanding of design plans

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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.
• Collects data and completes 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.
• 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.
• 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