Facilities Locator

Great Lakes Energy • Otsego Lake Township, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Great Lakes Energy is seeking a Facilities Locator or Operations Technician I to join our team in the Waters service area. This essential role ensures safety and operational efficiency by locating and marking underground facilities in response to MISS DIG notifications and protecting critical infrastructure. Great Lakes Energy has powered rural communities across 26 counties in western and northern Michigan for over 85 years. As the third-largest Michigan-based electric utility and the state's largest member-owned power company, we serve over 128,000 meters with pride. Beyond delivering reliable electricity, we are leaders in advanced fiber technology through Truestream, our communication solutions subsidiary. At Great Lakes Energy, we prioritize enriching the lives of our community members and employees. With over 300 team members, we're more than just colleagues-we're a close-knit family, united by a shared vision of growth, innovation, and community service.

Requirements

• Proficiency in facilities locating and marking under the MISS DIG system
• Ability to interpret and navigate maps to plan and analyze routes
• Solid understanding of electrical technology and electric distribution systems
• At least one year of related experience or equivalent education
• Self-starter who thrives in both independent and team settings
• Ability to confidently represent the company to contractors and members
• Strong sense of responsibility, managing and prioritizing a variety of tasks
• Detail-oriented
• Comfortable working outdoors

Responsibilities

• Processing MISS DIG requests
• Locating and marking underground facilities
• Prioritizing emergency locates
• Tracking activities for future reference
• Responding to inquiries from contractors, members, and the public
• Managing locator equipment
• Monitoring paint and flag inventory, ensuring supplies are restocked as needed
• Assisting with recovery efforts during storm events
• Supporting Engineering and GIS staff with field checks or mapping tasks

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Robust retirement plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed