Underground Utility Locator | UAM Fiber Construction

The Davey Tree Expert Company • Akron, OH

129d

About The Position

Davey Resource Group (DRG) is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Underground Utility Locator to join our team. As an Underground Utility Locator, you will be responsible for locating and marking underground utilities to ensure their safety and prevent damage during construction or excavation projects. This is a vital role in ensuring the integrity of utility systems and the safety of workers.

Requirements

• Ability to travel for work.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Previous underground utility locating experience.
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
• High level of integrity, honesty, and professionalism.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time, bend, reach and to move or carry items weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Proficient use of field-based computers and tablets.
• Ability to proficiently use a handheld/backpack GPS unit and locate underground utilities accurately.
• Knowledge of Google Suite (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Presentations, Forms).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Access).
• Reading and interpreting engineering drawings related to utility systems.
• Possesses strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilize underground locating equipment and client work prints to locate underground water and sewer facilities.
• Collaborate with the DRG operations team and underground subcontractors to schedule locating in Ohio and be flexible with travel.
• Maintain accurate records of utility locations to include redlines and photographs.
• Conduct a safety assessment at each job site to identify potential hazards or issues.
• Speak in depth to the concepts and methodologies of precision locating, and be highly proficient in utilizing equipment provided by DRG.
• May perform other fiber construction operational duties as assigned, including working with an aerial placement crew.

Benefits

• Group health plans
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401k with up to a 4% company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to buy company stock at a 15% discount
• Holidays and paid time off
• Payroll savings plan
• Charitable matching gift program
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee Educational Scholarship
• Davey Family Scholarship
• 20% discount on all Davey services
• Cell phone discounts
• Vehicle purchase discount program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Administrative and Support Services