Utility Locator

Job Details

Description Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries. We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, 5 Star Electric, Superior Hydrovac and Superior Pipeline Services.

Position Title: Locator I

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Classification: Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $36-$31 per hour

Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Roles And Responsibilities

• Utilizes and maintains various company issued locate tools and equipment for proper use, storage, and upkeep
• Utilizes maps / blueprints to interpret facilities to determine the presence of underground utilities
• Completes all work in an organized, timely manner, within standard operating procedure
• Removes and replaces manhole lids
• Uses laptop computer or other electronic devices to receive and document status of excavation notices
• Communicates effectively with supervision, operational support, and clients
• Performs project quality control
• Performs all duties assigned in a SAFE manner on private and public work areas

Success Factors

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs multiple times during a work shift
• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling
• Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
• Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers
• Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy
• English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports
• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience And Education

• Experience locating underground utilities a plus but not required
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year to year basis
• Possession of a valid State Driver’s License is required

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Notes The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.