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Locator (Troy, OH) No Experience Required

Northern Lights

Troy, OHFull-timeSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 1w ago

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Compensation
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Location
Troy, OH
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Ability To Obtain DOT Physical CertificationValid Driver’s License

Job overview

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. seeks Utility Locators to locate underground utilities using maps, GIS, and equipment, document findings, maintain equipment, and handle on‑call rotation with travel requirements.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

GISUtility MapsAs‑Built Civil Engineering DrawingsPipe and Electronic Locating EquipmentCell‑Phone AppCommunicationAttention to DetailTroubleshootingProblem SolvingAbility to Work in All Weather ConditionsWillingness to TravelSelf‑MotivatedTeam OrientedSafety FocusedEquipment Maintenance

Qualifications

2 Years Locator ExperienceValid Driver’s LicenseAbility to Obtain DOT Physical CertificationMust Pass Drug ScreenMust Be Available Varying Schedules and OvertimeMust Maintain Regular Attendance and PunctualityMust Maintain Tobacco Free Vehicle

Benefits

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

Full job description

Salary Range $0.01 - $0.01 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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