Line Locator Technician

Line Locating Technician

At Golderado were constantly pushing the limits of what weve done in the past propelling ourselves toward bigger and better opportunities while exploring new market sectors and services. So it only seems natural that wed hire people who have their own voice and arent afraid to use it. These are people who are simultaneously critical creative and captivated by construction. They make our business their business and follow a path that with continuous learning and an innovative spirit leads them to be recognized as leaders in the industry. We hire these types of people knowing they are as diverse as we are and they come on board because they share our core values. Then we simply give them the freedom to take their career (and Golderado) further.

Key Information:

• Must have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in related pipeline and utility locating.
• Hours: Project dependent.
• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends when required.
• Hourly rate is dependent on experience.

Job Description:

• Read site plans area maps and blueprints to determine location of underground highvoltage electrical cables water lines sewer lines steam lines gas lines telephone and other communications lines as well as duct banks and electric/water/gas taps to buildings.
• Utilize site plans area maps blueprints computer mapping database and other location information along with conduitlocation equipment to locate conduits; correct and update records using field findings.
• Mark buried utility locations and communicate relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities. Operate line locator equipment including metal detector.
• Attend coordination meetings or tailgate meetings at project sites or office to discuss and plan service outages.
• Attend training health and safety or other courses or sessions as required.
• Provide accurate documentation and/or sketches with measurements using an electronic drawing tool for the requested work area. Maintain accurate records of work time and client identities to allow proper assignment of charge codes.
• Complete tickets in a timely manner and upload to inhouse work management program.
• Maintain start and end logs of work performance.
• Operate company vehicle in a safe manner and maintain professional appearance.
• Transport equipment/supplies to assigned job sites; clean and maintain locating equipment.
• Manage the internal integrated utility portal Locatorbase.
• Adhere to all health and safety procedures including completing daily forms and reports.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required.

Experience and Certification Requirements:

• You have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in related pipeline and utility locating.
• You have general computer knowledge/skill including MS Office.
• Valid CSTS (Construction Safety Training Systems) certification.
• Valid HS Alive First Aid Ground Disturbance Level II and WHMIS 2015.
• Transmission Advanced Line Locator Certification.
• A valid drivers license with a clean drivers abstract is required and must be obtained no more than 30 days prior to employment start date.
• Ability to read and update maps.
• Comprehend data and information accurately.
• Working knowledge of excavation/ construction/ locating/ computer.
• Handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to work safely in hightraffic areas.
• Operate line locating equipment.
• Ability to assist and support others and an open to learning.
• You have the ability to stay calm in stressful situations.
• Must have good communication skills.
• Must maintain ethics and integrity in all areas of job duties and responsibilities.
• A reliable means of transportation is required.
• Proficient English language skills required.

Education: Completion of high school or equivalent is required.

Go ahead and be yourself. Well pay you for it!

We are an equal opportunity employer. While only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview be sure to continually check our website for other related positions as they are posted.

• A successful preaccess drug and Alcohol test may be required depending on the project.

Required Experience:

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