<span>Locate Technician - Gas</span>

National Underground Group

426d • $41,600 - $66,560

About The Position

The Locate Technician position at Benchmark involves using mechanical and technical equipment to accurately locate underground utilities, ensuring safety and preventing damage during excavation projects. The role requires effective communication with various stakeholders and the ability to work independently in diverse outdoor environments.

Requirements

• Willingness to learn - Instructor led training is required to receive locator certification.
• Ability to drive local roads, work outdoors, and operate independently.
• Ability to perform locate duties before or after normal business hours when on call.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to access restricted and/or controlled areas (such as federal installations).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to use a computer to complete documentation and receive and send email.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk all types of terrain (grass, ditches, wooded areas, gravel, etc.) in and around construction zones and residential, commercial, industrial and rural areas in all types of weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Use mechanical/technical equipment to accurately locate underground facilities such as telephone lines, electrical power lines, cable television lines, gas lines, fiber optic lines, water lines, and sewer lines.
• Communicate and interact daily with managers, excavation crews, and homeowners to discuss locate issues.
• Interpret job order tickets and respond appropriately to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Read maps and blueprints to ensure accurate location of utilities.
• Determine efficient route to each locate in rural and urban areas.
• Remove and replace manhole lids.

Benefits

• Competitive time off plan
• Medical, dental, vision, life/STD/LTD insurance available
• 401(k) with employer match
• Bonus opportunity based on personal and company performance
• Career training and advancement opportunities
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Fuel card
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• AD&D insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed