Mears Broadband LLC, A Quanta Services Company

Utility Locator Job Description

Mears Broadband, A Quanta Services Company
At Mears Broadband, we believe in developing and retaining the best people in the industry and providing best value services to our customers in the natural gas and electric industries. We take pride in developing the infrastructure of our country by connecting people and resources. As an industry leader, we have built our reputation as a premier provider of services with a solid track record of performance, integrity and – above all – a commitment to safety, quality, and our people.

Utility Locator

The Utility Locators are responsible for pinpointing the paths of cables, pipes and other conduits that carry utilities underground. The locators’ efforts protect underground utilities from damage during projects involving excavation.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for locating underground utility lines for Mears Broadband
• Uses utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, G.I.S. information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment
• Utilizes stakes, flags, and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities
• Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, problems encountered and/or resolved
• Verifies field information and notifies the designated parties regarding updates and corrections
• Investigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavation(s) which results in damage to underground utilities
• Operates and maintains mechanical and electronic equipment
• Must be available to work varying schedules, overtime, and on-call duty, as required
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

What is Required?

• Toning and GPR experience
• Proven experience working around telecommunications, electric, power, cable TV, gas, water, sewer, private lines, etc
• Operating and maintaining electronic equipment used in locating underground utilities
• Read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings
• Locate underground utilities using multiple methods of locating

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work outdoors and to work in all types of outdoor weather.
• Ability to walk, sit, stand, bend, twist, stoop, push, pull, carry, and lift as needed.
• Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet, and limbs in performing skilled movement.
• Ability to travel and be away from home for extended periods of time.

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.