Underground Utility Locator – Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc.
Salary : $21.00 per hour
Location : Multiple locations (Denver, Thornton, CO area) - Outdoor work
Job Type : Full-time
This position involves working outdoors to locate underground cables, pipes and other utilities to prevent damages and ensure safety within the excavation, landscaping and construction community. The role includes driving a company vehicle to job sites, using computer utility maps and locating equipment, and communicating findings to excavation personnel and authorities. A commitment to safety, the ability to work independently, and attention to detail are essential.
Responsibilities
- Drive a company vehicle from home to job sites in response to routine ticket requests, emergencies, and relocations.
- Utilize mapping tools and locating equipment to locate underground utilities (electric, gas, telephone, and other lines).
- Indicate utility locations using paint and flags and communicate information to excavation personnel or authorities.
- Respond to after-hours emergency call-outs according to the rotation schedule.
Benefits
Company VehiclePaid TrainingCompetitive WagesDental, Health and Life Insurance401(k) / 401(k) matchingPaid VacationPaid Time OffRequired Knowledge, Skills And Attitude
Computer SkillsValid driver's license in applicable state of employmentAbility to work overtime when duties require itWill be subject to Vannguard's Drug-Free Workplace Program and pre-employment drug screeningAble to self-manage and communicate with supervisors and clients in a timely mannerEducation
High school or equivalent (Required)License
Driver's License (Required)Experience
Computer skills : 1 year (Preferred)Utility locating : 1 year (Preferred)Physical Demands
Drive 50 to 300+ miles daily as required by the locating areaGet in and out of a vehicle 50+ times a dayStand and walk long distances over uneven terrain in all weatherSit for long periods while drivingLift and / or move 50 to 150 poundsWork outdoors in all weather conditionsWork Location
Multiple locationsOther
This job is a good fit for military-experienced candidates to applyCOVID-19 considerations : outdoors with minimal contactJ-18808-Ljbffr