OSP Utility Locator Technician - Merced, CA

Race Communications • Merced, CA

17d • Onsite

About The Position

As an OSP Utility Locator Technician, you'll be on the front lines of infrastructure protection, using advanced technology to detect and mark underground utilities before excavation begins. Your precision and expertise directly prevent costly damages, project delays, and service disruptions that impact entire communities. Equipped with state-of-the-art locating equipment, you'll identify critical assets like fiber optic cables and other utility lines, creating accurate field maps that construction teams depend on. Every mark you make is a safeguard, protecting millions of dollars in infrastructure and ensuring uninterrupted connectivity for businesses and residents alike. This role demands technical proficiency, sharp attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to safety protocols and industry standards. You'll collaborate with construction crews and project managers, working outdoors in dynamic environments where your decisions matter immediately and measurably. Your work keeps the digital world running. When you accurately locate utilities, entire neighborhoods stay connected, emergency services remain operational, and critical business communications flow without interruption. The impact is real. The responsibility is significant. The role is essential.

Requirements

• Eligibility for US Employment without sponsorship
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred
• A valid driver's license, subject to successful verification through a DMV check
• Maintains a dependable record of attendance, consistently punctual
• Ability to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s), and overtime as needed
• The ability to effectively communicate in English, including speaking, reading, writing, and comprehension, as necessary for effective job performance and workplace communication

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in Spanish Language a plus
• AutoCAD/Google Maps/KMZ experience preferred
• Utility Marking Experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Supports USA ticketing and Field Marketing per 811 guidelines
• Interprets utility maps and prints, using tools such as KMZ and AutoCAD, to determine the natural and dimensions of underground utilities
• Utilizes various electronic detection tools to accurately locate and mark underground facilities within specified precision boundaries
• Conducts minor excavations using a shovel when needed to uncover buried utilities
• Deploys a range of hand tools and equipment, including shovels, screwdrivers, wrenches, and ped keys, as required
• Conducts inspections of both aerial and underground fiber infrastructure as needed
• Maintains vehicle/equipment pre-op/post-op to be prepared to perform required duties
• Maintains a clean driving record as defined by the current fleet insurance underwriter
• Spends a significant portion of the workday traveling in a vehicle visiting various locations and spending time both indoors and outdoors including businesses and/or residents depending on the nature of the job
• May be required to work overtime, after hours, on weekends, for emergencies, or be on-call as needed to ensure work is completed
• Observes hazards and reports any concerns or accidents to a supervisor or safety professional; participates in the investigation process as needed
• Understands, completes, and signs off all pre-job safety planning tools at the start and end of the shift; completes all required safety-related paperwork
• Understands and responds appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (e.g., back-up alarms, smell of smoke, fumes, odors, different colored warning tags, warning sirens)
• Upholds a secure work environment by adhering to regulations, procedures, and company policies, ensuring safety standards are consistently maintained

Benefits

• 100% Company-Paid Medical and Dental Benefits
• Free Fiber Internet Service
• Competitive base salary
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: 100% company-paid medical and dental insurance (starting the 1st of the month following your start date), PTO (vacation, sick), 11 paid holidays, paid birthdays, 401k matching (4%)
• Free fiber internet service for all employees living in our service area
• A culture built on integrity, mutual respect, and a shared purpose

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees