Line Locator | Rochester, NY

ACRT Services•Rochester, NY

1d•$25

About The Position

Bermex offers expert utility consulting 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 and installation. 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. Salary Transparency: Pay for this role is at $25/hour.

Requirements

Education: None. Must be at least 21 years of age
Experience: 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

Education: High School Diploma or GED.
Experience: 1 or more years of experience in line locating

Responsibilities

Line Locating: 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 is used to mark the location and type (Electric, water, gas, telephone, etc.) of underground line
Work in various weather conditions and use shovels necessary 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
Team Collaboration: 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
Customer Communication: 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.