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National Underground Group · 4 months ago

Locate Technician - Gas - Cleveland, OH

Ellsworth, OH, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$20/hr - $20/hr

National Underground Group, through its division Benchmark, provides damage prevention solutions to utility companies and municipalities. The Locate Technician will be responsible for accurately locating underground facilities and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and technical skills.

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

Qualification

Locator certificationOperate independentlyUse computerCommunication skillsLift 50 poundsWalk various terrainsWork ethic

Required

Willingness to learn – Instructor led training is required to receive locator certification

Ability to drive local roads, work outdoors, and to 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 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 (rain snow, cold, heat, etc.). May require walking up to 5 miles in one day, several times a week