Utility Locating Technician - Staten Island, NY - $21-$26 per hour (per experience) + Fueled Vehicle Provided

On The Mark Utility Locating Services•New York, NY

155d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

We're On The Mark Utility Locating Services, and we're hiring Utility Locating Technicians to help protect underground infrastructure before digging or construction happens. If you like working outdoors, want a reliable paycheck, and enjoy solving real-world problems with your hands and tools - this might be the job for you! The position involves performing visual inspections of predefined construction areas and reading/interpreting utility maps to determine the presence of underground utilities, using special electronic equipment to detect and locate them. This is a physically demanding, field-based position requiring outdoor work in all weather conditions, often without immediate access to office facilities or restrooms. The technician must be able to safely walk, stand, bend, kneel, and lift equipment throughout an 8-hour shift.

Requirements

Must have a valid driver's license and clean Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) record.
Interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to perform physically demanding field work, including lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects [e.g., up to 50 lbs.], walking and standing for extended periods on uneven surfaces, frequent bending, kneeling, and crouching, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.
Ability to work independently and complete daily activities per daily work schedule.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
Ability to maintain regular, reliable attendance for the scheduled hours of work and to arrive on time consistently.
Must have Northeast Gas Association (NGA) Operator Qualifications OQ for tasks 21 and 70 (at a minimum).
Must be able to pass Northeast Gas Association (NGA) Operator Qualifications OQ additional needed tasks.
Pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.
Pass Pre-employment and Random drug/Alcohol testing
Willing to provide written consent for GPS tracking of location (via Company issued cell phone, tablet, laptop, or company issued vehicle)

Nice To Haves

Experience in utility locating, construction, landscaping, delivery driving, utility work, cable installation, or outdoor labor is a plus - but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform work that involves visual inspection of predefined construction areas and reading and interpretation of utility maps to determine the presence of underground utilities, while using special electronic equipment to detect and locate said utilities.
The utilities may include gas & electric within the predefined construction area.
Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy objects [e.g., up to 50 lbs.] on a frequent basis.
Use basic equipment and tools properly and safely.
Walk and stand continuously for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day) on uneven terrain.
Perform manual labor under adverse field conditions (heat, cold, precipitation, mud, snow, ice).
Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.
Ability to work independently and complete daily activities per daily work schedule.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
Ability to meet attendance and punctuality requirements for a fixed schedule (Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., and occasional Saturdays) with dependability and consistency.
Must have a personal vehicle (even if driving Company vehicle).
Must be responsible for basic upkeep (e.g., cleanliness) of Company vehicles.
Willing to provide written consent for GPS tracking of location (via Company issued cell phone, tablet, laptop, or Company-issued vehicle).
Able to pass the Northeast Gas Association (NGA) Operator Qualify OQ required tasks.
Pass Random Drug & Alcohol Tests.
Able to control possible stress daily from the workload and possible client/customer.
Knowledge and understanding of underground gas and electric utility locating.
Must have Northeast Gas Association (NGA) Operator Qualifications OQ for tasks 21 and 70 (at a minimum).
Must be able to pass Northeast Gas Association (NGA) Operator Qualifications OQ additional needed tasks.
Pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.
Experience in locating and marking various types of underground utilities using multiple types of equipment.
Knowledge and full understanding of Code Rule 753 and 811 Dig Safely.
Regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat, and humidity.
Frequently uses hands or fingers, handles, or feels objects, tools or controls as well as the use of can spray paint.
Frequently stands and walks for extended periods, including on uneven terrain, and bends, stoops, kneels, crouches, or crawls to access utility locations.
Occasionally reaches with hands and arms; and climbs or balances.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.