Utility Locator

HBK Engineering, LLC • Chicago, IL

17d • $19 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

HBK Engineering, LLC is a professional engineering design firm with a staff approaching 700 individuals, providing a wide range of engineering services. HBK specializes in the design and protection of utilities and utility networks, with a reputation for delivering accurate services in time-sensitive environments. The firm has expanded to provide engineering services in all 50 states with 25 offices nationwide. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services, a company focused on infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Valid driver's license in good standing
• Experience working outdoors in all weather conditions is required
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work smoothly with citizens, company representatives, contractors, and customers
• Good organizational skills to handle many varied tasks simultaneously
• Knowledge and understanding of safe worksite practices
• Experience with construction and installation of below-grade infrastructure
• Experience working within and utilizing existing utility standard designs
• Experience with complex urban underground utility infrastructure
• Experience serving as firm/client liaison
• Experience reviewing design drawings created by others
• Experience in use and basic maintenance of industry standard locating equipment
• Experience using basic communication and tech devices
• Physical capability to move about on construction work sites, public streets, and parkways
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, or sit for extended periods
• Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various measurement, locating, and testing instruments.

Nice To Haves

• Previous underground utility locating experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark underground facilities using various industry tools, standards, and methods including locating devices and utility maps.
• Compare real-world conditions to record documentation to identify errors and omissions for accuracy verification.
• Verify location of all client facilities within specified dig extents to ensure comprehensive coverage.
• Examine and investigate all damages within their purview, creating all required documentation for compliance and record-keeping.
• Watch and protect client facilities within a given area as directed by client for safety and security.
• Understand contractor's means and methods for subsurface installations to support project coordination.
• Serve as firm/client liaison to facilitate communication and project coordination.
• Review design drawings created by others to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Use and perform basic maintenance of industry standard locating equipment.
• Move about on construction work sites, public streets, and parkways safely and efficiently.
• Communicate effectively with citizens, company representatives, contractors, and customers.
• Maintain organized documentation and reporting systems for all locating activities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability and employer paid life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Other role specific company paid professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

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