Line Locate Technician | Fredonia, NY (DOT)

ACRT Services•Fredonia, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

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. The pay for this role is at $25/hour.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 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
Ability to multi-task, and work independently and as a team
Exceptional flexibility in daily routines and scheduling
Adequate time management skills to finish work in a timely manner
Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with management and customers
Ability to interact with unhappy or negative customers in a professional manner
Excellent attention to detail for problem solving and finding
Ability to walk long distances and prepare for weather conditions, accordingly

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 (Electric, water, gas, telephone, etc.) of underground line
Work in various weather conditions and use shovels necessary to pinpoint 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.