Utility Locator (Tulsa, OK)

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Holidays & Vacation

Benefits + 401(k)

Job summary

Northern Lights Locating & Inspection in Tulsa, OK is seeking a full-time Utility Locator to serve clients across the 811 utility-dig landscape. You will locate underground utilities, interpret maps, drawings, and GIS data, and mark locations with flags or paint while documenting work per ticket requirements.

Requirements include 2 years of locator experience, the ability to travel 75%+, a valid driver's license, and the capability to pass a drug screen.

Qualifications

• 2 years locator experience is required.
• Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical.
• Willingness to travel 75% or more.
• Ability to operate and maintain locating equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners.
• Read and interpret utility maps, as-built drawings, and GIS data.
• Mark locations with flags and paint; document work performed for each ticket.
• Prepare reports, photos, and documentation of locate activities.
• Travel as needed to cover service areas and jobs.

Skills

Locator experience

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Locator - Locate Services Division (Tulsa, OK) - Tulsa, OK 74008, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $0.01 - $0.01Hourly, Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. was created in March of 2001 to provide services to clients with a need to protect their utility networks. Not just a ‘Paint and Flag’ service, Northern Lights delivers locating and inspection expertise that goes beyond that of traditional utility location. Northern Lights provides protection to our customers utility 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have since expanded into Sewer Imaging, inspection, and locating sewer mains/laterals using the latest technology on the market. We also perform Inspection work/services on utility project throughout the United States.Northern Lights Locating and Inspection Inc is looking for Utility Locators. We offer competitive pay, great benefits and a paid time off program. We focus on allowing our locators to run their area independently as needed but there is a support system in place for them as well.

NORTHERN LIGHTS UTILITY LOCATOR

STATUS: Full Time, Employee

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: 2 years Locator experience required.

JOB SUMMARY

Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets per 811 dig lawsUses utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, G.I.S. information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipmentUtilizes flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilitiesPrepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolvedTake pictures of utility line located for each 811 ticketInvestigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilitiesCandidates need to be comfortable with using Cell phone-based app to record locating marks for clients property for excavators and property owners. App holds photos and enables locators to complete all documents needed for locateOn-call rotation

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Know best locate practices, procedures and 811 law
• Read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings
• Maintain cleanliness and good operating condition of all provided equipment and vehicle
• Ability to maintain a Tobacco free vehicle
• Locate underground utilities using multiple methods of locating
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions
• Maintain small- to medium-sized equipment and trucks
• Complete paperwork and documentation
• Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
• Attention to Detail
• Be able to work in all weather conditions
• Willingness to Travel (75% +)
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Able to pass a drug screen
• Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification. Must be available to work varying schedules and overtimeMaintains regular attendance and punctuality

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Self-motivated and able to learn quickly
• Team oriented and have exemplary character.
• Safety focused

NORTHERN LIGHTS OFFERS

• Competitive pay
• Paid Holidays and Vacation Time.
• Affordable benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD and Life 401(k) Plan – with match!