Damage Prevention Technician

T2 Utility Engineers•Pittsburgh, PA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Interested in the opportunity for a great career as a utility locator? Join T2 Utility Engineers (T2ue) in Pittsburgh, PA as part of our one-call utility locating team. Our technicians gain on-the-job training in one-call utility designating, along with the knowledge and experience in Subsurface Utility Engineering. T2ue provides you with outstanding benefits and an opportunity for a great career with room for advancement. Since 1993, T2 Utility Engineers has provided professional Subsurface Utility Engineering and surveying services in support of infrastructure projects of all sizes and types. Using advanced technologies, our team of field technicians, engineers, and surveyors, provide quality data and professional insight to help our clients visualize, plan, and design their projects. Our mission is to provide project stakeholders with quality information, professional insight and deliverables that streamline construction, improve project safety and set the standard for the engineering industry. In this role, you will be responsible for accurately identifying, marking, and documenting underground utilities in response to 811 locate requests, as well as learning the operations for a Subsurface Utility Engineering technician.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Ability to read and interpret utility company prints and design plans
Valid driver's license with good driving record
Ability to pass a pre-employment physical (U.S. only)
Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform physical movements necessary to operate heavy tools and equipment
Ability to work outdoors in all climates
Must have a good oral and written communication skills and attention to detail
Commitment to safety and following safety protocols

Nice To Haves

OSHA Safety certifications are a plus
1+ years of experience in utility locating
Experience using pipe and cable locators and/or GPR (Ground Penetrating Radar)
Knowledge of One Call / 811 processes and utility marking
Familiarity with GIS mapping systems and digital ticketing platforms
OSHA 10 or 30 certification, or other relevant safety training
Experience working under state damage prevention laws and local utility guidelines

Responsibilities

Skilled in the operation of pipe and cable locators
Perform daily routine maintenance of equipment
Perform daily basic vehicle maintenance
Respond promptly to 811 locate tickets and accurately mark underground utility lines using paint or flags
Read and interpret utility maps, construction drawings, and job site plans.
Document work accurately through digital reporting systems.
Communicate effectively with excavators, contractors, homeowners, and utility personnel.
Adhere to all safety standards and regulations to prevent utility strikes and ensure public safety.
Perform pre- and post-locate inspections and verify locate accuracy.
Maintain assigned vehicle, tools, and equipment in good working condition.
Work independently in various weather and site conditions, including construction zones, urban, and rural settings.
Participate in a rotating on-call schedule, including weekends, holidays, and weekday shifts, to handle emergency locates as needed.