4730 - Line Locator

Black & Veatch Family of Companies

53d

About The Position

The Line Locator verifies and validates line markings and underground utilities that may have been marked or missed by the state or a third-party entity, in accordance with applicable state and client requirements. The role requires expertise in line locating and excavation laws, knowledge of client excavation requirements, safe vehicle operation, and use of line-locating equipment according to manufacturer recommendations. The position oversees incoming locate requests, checks operational requirements and exceptions, reviews excavation markings against state locate requests, and identifies potential conflicts at excavation sites. It also communicates conflicts to operations and clients, trains trainees on the Magna-Trak Magnet Locator, and documents findings with maps and checklists containing recommendations for excavation work. Follow-up visits help ensure company policies and excavation recommendations are followed. The Line Locator participates in company safety programs, pre-job planning, hazard identification, incident reporting and investigations, and maintains a safe and clean work environment. The role also requires producing quality work in accordance with plans, specifications, and industry standards; understanding assigned contract plans and specifications; inspecting field conditions and reporting problems or cost-saving measures; and completing equipment inspections when certified to operate equipment. The employee must comply with company conduct and jobsite policies and perform other related duties as assigned. This is an individual-contributor craft position with Bird Electric Enterprises, a Black & Veatch company. It is full-time and has no relocation eligibility. Work takes place in a typical construction-site environment and may involve shifts of up to 12 hours, hard physical labor, temperature extremes, inclement weather, challenging lighting and noise, and hazardous equipment. The position is safety-sensitive.

Requirements

At least 4 years of experience working in the electrical craft, or a combination of experience and credentials through an accredited agency.
Strong working knowledge of the electrical craft and the National Electrical Code (NEC).
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have all necessary licenses or certifications for the jurisdiction where the work is performed, if applicable.
Must have all necessary tools.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand, kneel, bend, stoop, and move in and around confined, cluttered, and uneven areas.
Ability to see and hear naturally or with correction and to meet the full range-of-motion and flexibility requirements of the job.
Ability to use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls according to a set procedure, including repetitive movement.
Ability to work up to a 12-hour shift performing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and outdoor conditions.
Ability to work in very hot or very cold temperatures, inclement weather, extremely bright or inadequate lighting, distracting or uncomfortable noise, and around hazardous equipment.
Must be able to work in a safety-sensitive position.

Responsibilities

Perform as a subject matter expert in line locating and excavation laws.
Understand and follow client excavation requirements.
Operate a company vehicle safely.
Operate line-locating equipment according to manufacturer recommendations.
Oversee the company line-locating email inbox where operations sends locate requests.
Verify locating requirements and exceptions from operations.
Review excavation markings and compare them with state locate requests.
Walk excavation sites to review markings and identify potential conflicts.
Report excavation conflicts to operations and the client.
Train trainees on the Magna-Trak Magnet Locator.
Draw maps of markings and conflicts and provide checklists with recommendations for excavation proceedings.
Follow up on previous excavation sites to ensure company policy and excavation recommendations are being followed.
Participate in safety processes and programs, safety discussions, and pre-job work planning; identify hazards and take or recommend corrective action.
Report accidents and near misses and participate in investigations as needed.
Respond appropriately to safety hazards and warning devices, follow safety rules, and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Use effective verbal and written communication and perform basic arithmetic accurately.
Produce quality work that meets plans, specifications, and industry standards, and develop an understanding of assigned contract plans and specifications.
Inspect field conditions, identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost-saving measures, take corrective action as needed, and report issues to supervision.
When certified to operate equipment, operate and maintain construction equipment, ensure it is in good working order, and complete daily equipment inspections.
Comply with the Company Code of Conduct and jobsite policies.
Perform other duties and actions necessary to accomplish the principal responsibilities, including other job-related duties as requested by a supervisor.