02 Nov
III. Utility Line Locator - Union City - GA (starting at $16/hr)
Georgia, Unioncity

Vacancy expired!

Description

DescriptionOverview:Under the direction of a company supervisor, performs work that involves visual inspection of predefined construction areas and reading and interpretation of utility maps to determine the presence of underground utilities, while using special electronic equipment to actually detect and locate said utilities. The utilities may include (but not be limited to) gas, electric, cable TV, telecommunications, sanitary sewer, water lines, street lighting and other facilities within the predefined construction area.Responsibilities:Use lap-top computer or other devices to receive, document and close out excavation notices, both during normal hours and after hours.

Read and interpret utility maps / prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities.

Use assigned communication equipment to effectively communicate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities.

Operate different electronic detection equipment, to locate and mark under-ground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits.

Perform light excavation with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.

Provide accurate documentation and or sketches related to all locates completed.

Receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements.

Operate company vehicles in a safe manner and maintain a professional appearance

Be able to perform manhole entry using assigned equipment and safety devices

Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after hours.

The employee shall follow all safety rules at all times.

The employee shall not engage in unsafe acts.

Employee will respond to emergency call between the hours of 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.

Weekend work, night work and/or overnight travel as needed

Qualifications:High School Diploma, or GED.

Valid State driver's license, including an MVR record that is deemed acceptable by the company.

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Upon employment, will be subject to random drug testing in compliance with federal, state and company guidelines.

Proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment. (shovels, screw drivers, wrenches, and ped keys etc.)

Applicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required.Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement. (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories. Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.

Vacancy expired!