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C-2 Utility Contractors, LLC · 5 months ago

Utility Locator- Experienced

Hammond, Louisiana

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$22/hr - $28/hr

1+ years exp

UtiliQuest is an industry leader in underground utility locating services, seeking Experienced Utility Locators to join their team in Louisiana. The role involves using specialized tools and techniques to locate underground utility lines, ensuring safe and efficient construction projects.

Responsibilities

Use a 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

Regular use of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and tools

Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally; bending at the waist; standing and or walking for extended periods of time

Ability to carry 3-5 lb electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time; lifting objects up to 50 pounds or lifting in excess of 50 lbs with tool aids

Hearing and speaking to exchange information

The employee shall follow all safety rules at all times

Will need to have the ability to work a flexible schedule (some evenings and weekends) as ticket/production load requires

Employee will respond to emergency calls during scheduled on-call shift rotation

Qualification

Utility locating experienceProficient in hand toolsPhysical staminaCommunication skills

Required

You are at least 18 years old

You have twelve (12) months or greater of verifiable direct locating experience

You are authorized to work in the United States for this company

Valid State driver's license (cannot be considered Provisional), 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.)

Ability to carry 3-5 lb electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time; lifting objects up to 50 pounds or lifting in excess of 50 lbs with tool aids