Utility Locator

Pavlov Media Inc•Frankfort, IL

2d•$19 - $24

About The Position

Our Underground Utility Locators are responsible, self-motivated individuals who enjoy the freedom of working outdoors (in all weather conditions). The right individual who is committed to safety, comfortable working on their own, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in completing a job well done. Utility locators are responsible for pinpointing the paths of Fiber Optic cables, and other conduits that carry utilities underground. The locators' efforts protect underground utilities from damage during projects involving excavation. Problem-solvers who are not afraid of hard work and know that quality is their priority should consider a career as an Underground Utility Locator with Campus Communications Group.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Valid State driver's license, including an MVR record that is deemed acceptable by the company.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background checks.
Upon employment, will be subject to random drug testing in compliance with federal, state and company guidelines
Experience with: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
Ability to lift minimum of 15 lbs
Ability to drive and walk throughout a 8 hour shift

Nice To Haves

811 dig process experience preferred
Use or Irth Solutions Software
Strong communication skills required
Great customer service skills required
Ability and willingness to work both indoors and outdoors
Time-Management, prioritization and multi-tasking abilities
Collaborative team skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Highly detail oriented
Ability to easily adapt to changes in processes, procedures and priority
Experience with ArcGIS and Irth Solutions is considered a plus.
Actual field experience may be considered equivalent to and possibly more important than formal education.

Responsibilities

Utilize the provided mapping tool and other location information, along with locating equipment
Read and interpret utility maps / prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities
Indicate utility locations through the utilization of paint, flags and communicates other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities
Operate different electronic detection equipment, to locate and mark under-ground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits
Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after hours
Respond to after-hours emergency call-outs in accordance with the established rotation schedule
Documents all locates performed and maintains accurate records thereof
Corrects maps when they are found to be in error
Responsible for care and maintenance of locate instruments
Investigates all damages to underground cable and determines and documents to the extent possible the cause of the damage
Objectively writes reports of damaged cables in detail to assist in collection of damage claims. May be required to testify in court concerning damages.
During periods when locate activity is slow, this individual will assist in other job duties as needed