EMPLOYMENT

Job Description

 The utility locator position is for those that will work long hours as well as Saturday and Sundays as needed.

You must be able to work outside in all weather conditions, be able to perform locates in a professional manner, and have the ability to work in a diverse work environment while maintaining a hectic work schedule.

 Locator Equipment

The locator must know how to use paper and electronic maps to pinpoint the location of underground cables and lines. The use of electronic locating equipment, shovels, rods for probing and other measuring instruments is vital to performing the job duties.

Skills

The person that performs these job duties must know how to resolve and troubleshoot any problems with the equipment, and must follow all processes without deviation.

Daily Duties

The utility locator will pick up utility locate orders daily and use a company vehicle to travel to the location where underground lines must be found. Using the locator equipment, the person will find and tag the areas where the pipes are found. This is with spray paint and flags. Locators must attend requested meetings with contractors. Locator must attend a weekly meeting with their supervisor and peers.

TRAINING

  • 3-6 Weeks
  • Trained on reading maps and proprietary software
  • Ride along with locators
  • $13/hr while you are training

Requirements

  • Entrepreneurial spirit
  • Good written and verbal communications
  • Independent worker
  • Detail oriented
  • Must be able to walk up to two miles a day, lift up to 50 lbs, bend and stand for long periods of time, and have good driving habits to perform this type of job. 
  • Organized 
  • Eager to work
  • Must be able to determine dimensions and draw schematic sketches
  • Must be computer savvy
  • Must like to work outside
  • Physically Fit - Must be able to lift 50 lbs – Continuous Bending, Squatting and Lifting
  • Must be willing to travel
  • Must be willing to work long hours and weekends 
  • Must be willing to rotate on call

BENEFITS 

Health Insurance available after 90 days of employment

Six Paid Holidays after 90 days of employment

Simple IRA after 1 year employment

PAY

 After training, each locator is in control of his/her earnings.  The more locates you do, the more you can earn.  Because earnings are based on business volume and your productivity, earnings may vary from pay period to pay period.

Thank you for your interest in working with us!

Please download the application, fill it out and email it back to us at: lkorman@safesite1.com

Thank you very much!

-- Safe Site Staff