Underground Utilites Representative

Job Description

Job Description

At Precision Surveying & Consulting, Inc., we are committed to delivering high-quality, accurate, and efficient land surveying services. Our team thrives on collaboration, innovation, and integrity, ensuring that every project is executed with precision and professionalism. We invest in the latest surveying technology and provide our employees with growth opportunities, strong leadership, and a supportive work environment.

Underground Utilities Representative

Full time position : 40-50 hours per week

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Salary range of $32 to $36 per hour

Working Hours

Monday-Friday week Hours 7 : 00 a.m.-5 : 30 p.m. or 6 : 00 a.m.- 4 : 30 p.m. (May vary according to work)

Occasional Saturdays on an as needed basis

Reports to Survey Manager

Job Summary : The Underground Utilities Representative is responsible for coordinating, managing, and ensuring the safe and accurate location of underground utilities on active construction projects. This role requires extensive knowledge of underground utilities—including water, sewer, electrical, and communication lines—and involves daily coordination with contractors, utility crews, and other trades. The representative will lead dig permit processes, manage utility locate operations, and enforce compliance with all safety and permitting requirements.

Responsibilities :

Project & Utility Coordination :

Serves as the primary point of contact for all utility locate requests; respond promptly to calls, texts and emails

Works closely with General Contractors, Superintendents and other trades to coordinate daily and upcoming construction activities

Meet with contractors to review current workday permits

Assign permits to survey crew chiefs and review / update of live utility map and review for as-builts needed

Guage crews’ capability and hold them accountable to follow and enforce the dig permit process

Dig Walks with Contractors

Verify Crews have located utilities for dig permit areas by performing walkdown on sites

Utilize utility map to ensure utilities are laid out

Attend Dig Permit meetings

Manage emergency requests and prioritize rush permits

Prepare requested dig permit sites and schedule crews for utility locates

Correlate with crews on completion of utility locates

Permit & Field Management :

Completion of dig permits

Oversee completion of utility locates and verify accuracy

Verify and sign electronic dig permits upon completion

Monitor and manage daily crew activities, ensuring compliance with company safety protocol

Hold trades accountable and reiterate the need for utility locates

Review as-builts and ensure utility maps are current and accurate with utilities layout

Strive to promote Zero Utility Strikes :

Direct and maintain crews’ responsibility and identify risks

Promote a Zero-utility strike culture through proactive communication planning and risk identification

Own the Dig Process is being followed exactly.

Own the Dig Process is being followed exactly

Hold trades accountable and reiterate the need for utility locates.

Crew Leadership :

Ensure crews activities to stretch and bend with Full PPE

Review that JHA’s completed with integrity and adhering to Weekly Toolbox Talks

Responsible for time entry allocated to correct job number in time keeping program

Promote Companies Core Values and strive to promote a positive cultural

Essential Functions :

• Ability to perform physical labor (i.e., strenuous walking, and lifting catch basin grates / manhole covers, hauling equipment) and physically maneuver around construction sites, including accessing excavations, trenches, structures, and other disturbed areas; Capable of lifting and carrying 50 pounds
• Capability to work by independently, be self-motivated, and have good organizational and communication skills and the ability to work directly with clients
• Comply with all Construction Site OSHA Regulations
• OSHA 30 Certified

Qualifications :

Valid Driver’s License

Employment is contingent on the passing of a background check and drug screening

An understanding of utilities and basic construction knowledge of construction sites

Proven ability to manage conflict and provide solutions when necessary

Survey experience. Not required but beneficial

Basic knowledge of Microsoft office software

Proven work history, strong work ethic, and team-player attitude

What We Offer :

Competitive Salary based on experience

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Health, dental and vision insurance

Short-term, Long-term disability insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) with Holiday Pay

Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Why Join Precision Surveying & Consulting?

At Precision Surveying & Consulting, Inc., we believe in fostering a culture of teamwork, innovation, and precision. We equip our team with state-of-the-art technology, provide opportunities for growth and career advancement, and support a work environment where all team members’ contributions are valued. Whether you’re a seasoned surveyor or looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply and be part of our growing success.

How to Apply :

Send your resume to Hope Rojas at hrojas@precisionsurvey.tech

For questions, contact us at 402-889-5041

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship

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