Line Locate Technician | Rochester, NY (DOT)

ACRT Services • Bergen, NY

128d • $25 - $25

About The Position

At Bermex, we put value on our customer relationships. We’re always looking for a way that we can delight our customers by going the extra mile. Bermex offers expert meter reading services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States, including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software service solutions, as well as water, gas, and electric meter reading. At Bermex, we are always looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors to become a part of our team. The Line Locator Technician reports to the Project Manager at Bermex. This position plays a key role in detecting and locating underground utility lines and pipes. This position also requires high physical activity, excellent attention to detail, and exceptional flexibility day to day.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• No experience necessary, employees will be trained
• Upon hire, the candidate will need to complete and pass all Pipeline Operator Qualification (OQ) training
• Must possess a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 or more years of experience in line locating

Responsibilities

• Receive work tickets from the 811 system
• Read and interpret utility maps showing underground utilities
• Use magnetic sensing equipment and maps (Sure-Lock Utility Pro) to identify the location of underground utility lines and pipes
• Use color coded spray paint to mark the location and type of underground line
• Work in various weather conditions and use shovels to pin-point the location of underground utilities
• Follow strict Utility, State and Federal guidelines for Utility Line Marking
• Provide records of work performed using a digital camera and laptop
• Participate in safety meetings
• Provide timely reports and documentation to management per procedures
• Escalate issues and questions to Supervisor per procedures
• Report customer, equipment and vehicle issues immediately
• Refer all consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities
• Provide general information about utility lines or pipes to customers, when applicable
• Use telephones, tablets, and/or computers to communicate
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Group health plans including medical/prescription, dental, vision and a variety of other coverage options
• Company paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short and long term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts or an option for a Health Saving Account with company match
• Company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members
• Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost
• Roth or Traditional 401(k) Retirement plan with company match
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Wedding Day
• Veterans Day paid time off for our veterans
• Paid Sick Time (New York based positions ONLY)
• Company vehicle (for all driver-based positions)
• Gas card for company vehicle (if applicable)
• Company provided cell phone or mobile allowance (if applicable)
• Boot allowance from approved vendors
• Daily per diem for travel-based positions

What This Job Offers

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