Line Locator Tech II | Jackson, OH (DOT)

About The Team

Bermex offers expert utility consulting services and solutions to utilities and associated organizations throughout the United States including leak detection atmospheric corrosion line location software service solutions as well as water gas and electric meter reading and installation. At Bermex we are always looking for motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors to become a part of our team.

About the Role

The Line Locator Technician reports to the Project Manager at Bermex. This position plays a key role in detecting and locating underground utility lines and pipes. This position also requires high physical activity excellent attention to detail and exceptional flexibility day to day.

What Youll Do
Line Locating:

• Receive work tickets from the 811 system
• Read and interpret utility maps showing underground utilities
• Use magnetic sensing equipment and maps (Sure-Lock Utility Pro) to identify the location of underground utility lines and pipes
• Use color coded spray paint is used to mark the location and type (Electric water gas telephone etc.) of underground line
• Work in various weather conditions and use shovels necessary to pin-point the location of underground utilities
• Follow strict Utility State and Federal guidelines for Utility Line Marking
• Provide records of work performed using a digital camera and laptop

Team Collaboration:

• Participate in safety meetings
• Provide timely reports and documentation to management per procedures
• Escalate issues and questions to Supervisor per procedures
• Report customer equipment and vehicle issues immediately

Customer Communication:

• Refer all consumer complaints to the appropriate authorities
• Provide general information about utility lines or pipes to customers when applicable
• Use telephones tablets and/or computers to communicate

Other duties as assigned.

About You:

Must haves:

• Education: None. Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experience: 2-4 years of previous line locating experience. Must be able to provide a copy of certificates of completion for the Pipeline Operator Qualification (OQ) training. Must possess a valid drivers license

Nice to haves:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.

Your Skills:

• Ability to multi-task and work independently and as a team
• Exceptional flexibility in daily routines and scheduling
• Adequate time management skills to finish work in a timely manner
• Excellent communication skills comfortable interacting with management and customers
• Ability to interact with unhappy or negative customers in a professional manner
• Excellent attention to detail for problem solving and finding
• Ability to walk long distances and prepare for weather conditions accordingly
  

This role would not be a good fit if you:

• Do not enjoy working independently
• Do not enjoy working in outdoor conditions
• Do not enjoy walking long distances
• Are not flexible and do not enjoy adapting to your current work schedule or routine
• Do not have adequate planning and time management skills to finish a days work in a timely manner

Travel Requirements:

This position may require travel. The percentage of time varies based on the project.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Company: ACRT Inc.