Utility Inspection & Locating Technician (Gas)

Job Title: Utility Inspection & Locating Technician (Gas)

Location:Springfield IL

Compensation: $20-$23 per hour depending on experience

About Hydromax USA:

Were seeking talented individuals to help us grow in the rapidly expanding utility industry. Since 2003 weve led the way in advanced field services and solutions empowering utilities to maximize their infrastructure investments. Our mission is to enhance the safety sustainability and reliability of the nations energy assets and natural resources. At Hydromax USA youll work with smart passionate people to solve complex problems using innovative solutions. Together well create a digital environment that modernizes and improves utility operations. Join us in making the world a better place by understanding the present and protecting the future.

Position Summary

As a Utility Inspection & Locating Technician (Gas) you help protect communities by performing gas leak surveys and damage prevention/utility locating prior to excavation. Youll patrol mains and services mark mains and services use approved detection instruments and electromagnetic (EM) locating equipment identify and report abnormal operating conditions (AOCs) communicate with homeowners and contractors and document work to client standardssupporting the 811 process and public safety.

Regional & Work Environment Considerations

Work occurs along city streets highways neighborhoods easements and customer properties in all weather. Sites may include high-traffic areas uneven terrain embankments wet conditions and excavation sites. Expect substantial walking and driving between assignments.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform gas leak surveys using approved instruments; identify and report AOCs and leaks.

• Perform utility locates using EM locating equipment; accurately mark (paint and flag) and protect underground facilities.

• Interpret 811 tickets client procedures maps/prints and alignment sheets; verify work areas and scope.

• Document work thoroughly (photos notes GIS/mobile apps) and submit timely accurate reports.

• Communicate with homeowners contractors/excavators and utility/client contacts to clarify scopes and resolve issues.

• Follow PHMSA/Operator Qualification (OQ) procedures and client-specific standards.

• Operate a company vehicle safely; maintain tools PPE instruments and good housekeeping.

• Support after-hours/emergency work overtime weekends and holidays as business needs require.

Travel Expectations

Project travel may range from local day travel to extended overnight assignments (up to 100% travel on some projects). Lodging and per diem are provided per policy when overnight travel is required.

Required

• Ability to pass a thorough background check and pre-employment drug screen required as a condition of employment
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a DOT Medical Certification as required by project locations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required OQs for leak survey and/or locating tasks (company-paid training).
• Comfortable using smartphones/tablets and field data collection apps.
• Physical ability to walk 210 miles/day on varied terrain and weather lift/carry 50 lbs bend/squat and occasionally lift covers to access assets.

Preferred

• Prior gas leak survey and/or utility locating experience (811).
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 (Construction or General Industry).
• Experience with vacuum excavation GPR or additional utility types is a plus.

Driver Qualifications

Maintaining driver eligibility is mandatory. A valid drivers license is considered an essential function of employment in field operations. Failure to obtain or maintain driver eligibility may affect employment status and/or eligibility for certain job assignments unless given an Human Resources accommodation.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly salary: $20-$23 per hour(depending on experience)
• Weekly pay
• Company-paid vehicle & fuel card smartphonePPE uniforms safety boot voucher
• Opportunity for paid overtime
• Medical dental vision insurance and more
• Company paid life insurance policy
• Paid holidays and personal paid time off (PTO)
• 401K with company match after 6 months
• Career advancement opportunities

Working at Hydromax USA

At Hydromax USA were committed to a culture that embraces safety and strives for excellence. We achieve this through focusing on continuous improvement promoting employee development and building lasting customer relationships through mutual trust and honesty. All of this is accomplished while safely providing customers with unequaled customer service and exceeding expectations through deliverables.

We stand firmly behind our mission statement Understand the Present Protect the our industry when work is sloppy or incomplete it can directly impact public safety. Therefore the work we do is extremely important and we hold ourselves to the highest standards possible. As a Hydromax USA employee you will be on the front lines of customer service and public safety.

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Hydromax USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

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Disclaimer

The above statements are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described nor are they intended to be such a listing of the job requirements. Rather they are intended to describe the general nature of the job. Hydromax USA reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.