Locator - Fargo, ND

Xcel Energy • Fargo, ND

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Locator, you will locate multiple underground facilities including Gas and Electric using various types of information including Xcel maps, construction prints and as built drawings to determine approximate location. Use electronic equipment to determine physical location of facilities to protect them from damage and to ensure the safety of the excavator as well as the public.

Requirements

• High School diploma
• Possess valid drivers license
• 4 or more years experience locating Gas and Electric cable
• 6 months of recent locator experience within the last 12 months
• Experience in reading Gas and Electric maps or prints
• Complete understanding of Gas and Electric distribution practices
• Available for 24hr call out duties
• Experience in damage prevention practices
• Subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Subject to work in inclement weather conditions
• Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle

Responsibilities

• Locate multiple underground facilities including Gas and Electric using various types of information including Xcel maps, construction prints and as built drawings to determine approximate location.
• Use electronic equipment to determine physical location of facilities to protect them from damage and to ensure the safety of the excavator as well as the public.
• Be available for 24hr call out duties.
• Drive a company vehicle.

Benefits

• Medical/Pharmacy Plan
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Care Reimbursement Account
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
• Short-term disability (STD)
• Long-term disability (LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Transit programs
• Employee recognition program
• Pension
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Holidays
• Additional days off
• Sick Time
• Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED