Utility Locator

Ameritrace•Marshall, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

How would you like to spend your days walking around outdoors, breathing in the fresh air, and working with your hands to complete important, impactful work? Are you ready to learn new skills, gain valuable experience, and grow your career with a talented, driven team? If YES, then Ameritrace, located in Marshall, TX could use you as a full-time Utility Locator! Keep reading to learn how you can get started in this rewarding entry-level role. In this entry-level position, you'll be traveling to various outdoor properties (fields, neighborhoods, parking lots, etc.) and using special equipment to detect and mark underground utility lines. You'll walk around the space and use EM locators and other tools to identify the locations of pipes and cables. Once you've done this, you'll accurately mark spots to help the excavation team avoid the underground lines. Attention to detail and accuracy are vital as you complete job reports, follow safety and color codes, and help other workers stay safe on the job!

Requirements

18+ years old
Eagerness to learn more and readiness to get to work
Ability to work independently
Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Reliable work performance
Ability to pass a background check and drug screening test

Nice To Haves

Experience in a construction, mechanical, or automotive environment

Responsibilities

Detect and mark underground utility lines using special equipment.
Travel to various outdoor properties (fields, neighborhoods, parking lots, etc.).
Walk around the space and use EM locators and other tools to identify the locations of pipes and cables.
Accurately mark spots to help the excavation team avoid underground lines.
Complete job reports.
Follow safety and color codes.
Help other workers stay safe on the job.