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Locator - Locate Services Division (Clintonville, WI)

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Clintonville, WIFull-time$21–28/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$21–28/hr
Location
Clintonville, WI
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Ability To Obtain DOT Physical CertificationValid Driver's License

Job overview

Northern Lights is hiring a Locator - Locate Services Division (Clintonville, WI). Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. is seeking Utility Locators to protect utility networks. The role involves locating underground utilities based on 811 tickets, utilizing maps and various locating equipment. Candidates should be comfortable using cell phone apps for recording marks and documenting work. The company offers competitive pay, benefits, and paid time off.

Key focus areas include Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets, Use utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, G.I.S. information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment, and Utilize flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities.

Successful candidates bring 2+ Years Locator Experience, Valid Driver’s License, and DOT Physical Certification. Important skills include Locate Underground Utilities, Use Utility Maps, Use As-Built Civil Engineering Drawings, Use G.I.S. Information, Use Pipe Locating Equipment, and Use Electronic Locating Equipment.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Locate Underground UtilitiesUse Utility MapsUse as-Built Civil Engineering DrawingsUse G.I.S. InformationUse Pipe Locating EquipmentUse Electronic Locating EquipmentMark Location of Underground UtilitiesPrepare ReportsPrepare FormsPrepare MemosUse Cell Phone-Based AppKnow Best Locate PracticesKnow 811 LawRead Utility MapsInterpret Utility MapsMaintain EquipmentMaintain VehicleUnderstand Written InstructionsCarry Out Written InstructionsUnderstand Oral InstructionsCarry Out Oral InstructionsMaintain TrucksComplete PaperworkComplete DocumentationCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailTroubleshootingProblem-SolvingSelf-MotivatedLearn QuicklyTeam OrientedExemplary CharacterSafety Focused

Qualifications

2 Years Locator ExperienceAbility to Work in All Weather ConditionsWillingness to Travel 75%+Pass a Drug ScreenValid Driver's LicenseAbility to Obtain DOT Physical CertificationAbility to Work Varying SchedulesAbility to Work OvertimeMaintain Regular AttendanceMaintain Punctuality

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Salary Range $21.00 - $28.00 Hourly

Position Type Full Time

Description

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. was created in March of 2001 to provide services to clients with a need to protect their utility networks. Not just a ‘Paint and Flag’ service, Northern Lights delivers locating and inspection expertise that goes beyond that of traditional utility location. Northern Lights provides protection to our customers utility 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We have since expanded into Sewer Imaging, inspection, and locating sewer mains/laterals using the latest technology on the market. We also perform Inspection work/services on utility project throughout the United States.

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection Inc is looking for Utility Locators. We offer competitive pay, great benefits and a paid time off program. We focus on allowing our locators to run their area independently as needed but there is a support system in place for them as well. Please apply and join the Northern Lights Team!

NORTHERN LIGHTS UTILITY LOCATOR

STATUS: Full Time, Employee

RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE : 2 years Locator experience required.

JOB SUMMARY:

  • Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets per 811 dig laws

  • Uses utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, G.I.S. information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment

  • Utilizes flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities

  • Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved

  • Take pictures of utility line located for each 811 ticket

  • Investigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities

  • Candidates need to be comfortable with using Cell phone-based app to record locating marks for clients property for excavators and property owners. App holds photos and enables locators to complete all documents needed for locate

  • On-call rotation

JOB REQUIREMENTS

  • Know best locate practices, procedures and 811 law

  • Read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings

  • Maintain cleanliness and good operating condition of all provided equipment and vehicle

  • Ability to maintain a Tobacco free vehicle

  • Locate underground utilities using multiple methods of locating

  • Understand and carry out written and oral instructions

  • Maintain small- to medium-sized equipment and trucks

  • Complete paperwork and documentation

  • Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

  • Attention to Detail

  • Be able to work in all weather conditions

  • Willingness to Travel (75% +)

  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

  • Able to pass a drug screen

  • Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification.

  • Must be available to work varying schedules and overtime

  • Maintains regular attendance and punctuality

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

  • Self-motivated and able to learn quickly

  • Team oriented and have exemplary character.

  • Safety focused

NORTHERN LIGHTS OFFERS:

  • Competitive pay

  • Paid Holidays and Vacation Time.

  • Affordable benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD and Life

  • 401(k) Plan – with match!

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