Drop Bury Technician - Bryan, TX

VetJobs•Bryan, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

USIC is hiring a Drop Bury Technician to locate underground utilities and bury coaxial and fiber optic cable at residential and commercial job sites. Technicians search assigned areas, interpret records and maps, accurately mark underground facilities, trench cable lines—typically 6–8 inches deep—and complete driveway and sidewalk bores. The role also includes documenting work, taking and processing photos, and recording completed tickets for billing and customer compliance. Technicians drive a company vehicle to outdoor job sites and work independently while coordinating with customers, utility representatives, contractors, property owners, teammates, and supervisors. The work requires following locating procedures and safety regulations, including OSHA and company guidelines, and checking equipment and supplies daily. The position is based in Bryan, Texas, and is described as on-site. Compensation is $22.00 per hour.

Requirements

Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions for extended periods.
Computer proficiency and ability to use and interpret electronic locating equipment.
Availability to work overtime, including weekends, as needed.
Ability to pass a drug screen; this is a safety-sensitive position.
Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
Ability to walk long distances, bend, kneel, and lift frequently up to 75 pounds, and work in a confined space.
Ability to perform manual labor with hand tools to dig or bore 6–8 inches deep for up to 100 feet.
Ability to distinguish colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities.
Ability to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, maps, and prints.
Ability to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and property owners.
Ability to work efficiently with minimal direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

Previous utility industry, locating, drop bury, or other outdoor work experience; beneficial but not required.
Experience operating digging equipment such as vibratory plows or boring machines; preferred but not required.
Experience operating fiber fusion splicers; highly preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Drive a company vehicle to assigned outdoor job sites and complete assigned locating and drop bury tickets.
Read and reference records, maps, prints, and locate tickets to accurately locate and mark underground facilities.
Use locating equipment and follow locating procedures to ensure accurate, quality utility locates.
Operate digging equipment and/or hand tools to trench or bore cable lines, typically 6–8 inches deep.
Use smartphone and company or customer software to record time worked, identify facilities located, and document completed tickets for billing.
Follow safety procedures and regulations, including OSHA and company guidelines.
Take and process photos and complete required documentation.
Check equipment and supplies daily to confirm that supplies are adequate and equipment is operational.
Coordinate with utility representatives, contractors, property owners, and teammates to complete work and maintain positive relations.
Demonstrate professional and respectful behavior.

Benefits

100% paid training.
Company vehicle and fuel card, with work-related expenses paid.
Company phone and equipment.
DailyPay access.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
401(k) with company match.
PTO and paid holidays, including in the first year.
Career Path Program with titles, promotions, and other recognition.
Employee recognition program with points redeemable for gift cards or merchandise.
$200 work-boot voucher on the first anniversary and annually thereafter.
Education partnership with discounted tuition and scholarships through Indiana Tech, with credit hours available for the utility locator training curriculum and/or military service.
Employee discounts and perks at major retailers and service providers.