Locator (Camby, IN) No Experience Required
About The Position
Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. is seeking a full-time Utility Locator to protect utility networks for clients and property owners. The role locates underground utilities based on 811 tickets and applicable dig laws, using utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, GIS information, and pipe and electronic locating equipment. Locators mark utility locations with flags and/or paint and use a cell phone-based app to record marks, take photos, and complete required documentation. The app supports information for excavators and property owners. The position also involves preparing reports, forms, and memos about completed work and issues encountered or resolved, and investigating and documenting excavations that damage underground utilities. Locators work independently in their assigned areas with a support system available, participate in an on-call rotation, maintain provided equipment and vehicles, and may travel extensively. Work may take place in all weather conditions. Northern Lights provides competitive pay, paid holidays and vacation time, affordable medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance benefits, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.
Requirements
- Know best locate practices, procedures, and 811 law.
- Read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings.
- Locate underground utilities using multiple methods.
- Understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
- Complete paperwork and documentation.
- Communicate effectively and use interpersonal skills to exchange information and receive work direction.
- Pay attention to detail.
- Be able to work in all weather conditions.
- Be willing to travel 75% or more.
- Have excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Be able to pass a drug screen.
- Have a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain DOT physical certification.
- Be available to work varying schedules and overtime.
- Maintain a tobacco-free vehicle.
- Be self-motivated, able to learn quickly, team-oriented, of exemplary character, and safety-focused.
Responsibilities
- Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets and applicable dig laws.
- Use utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, GIS information, and pipe and electronic locating equipment.
- Mark underground utilities with flags and/or paint.
- Use a cell phone-based app to record locating marks, take photos, and complete required locate documents.
- Prepare reports, forms, and memos documenting completed work and problems encountered or resolved.
- Investigate and prepare detailed written documentation on excavations that damage underground utilities.
- Maintain the cleanliness and operating condition of provided equipment and vehicles.
- Maintain small- to medium-sized equipment and trucks.
- Participate in an on-call rotation.
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
Benefits
- Paid holidays and vacation time.
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- Short-term disability insurance.
- Long-term disability insurance.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Competitive pay.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
