What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Locator position at HHS Construction, a Congruex company?
Job Title: Locator
Employment Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt (Hourly)
Who is Congruex:
Congruex was formed in 2016 to take advantage of historic demand for digital connectivity.
Our founders are deeply rooted in the industry and have collectively built some of the country’s largest communications infrastructure.
We design and build digital infrastructure across the nation by providing engineering, construction, and specialty solutions with integrated delivery or as an a la carte service. The work we do enables everything in the modern world to operate, from healthcare and energy to transportation and social interactions.
Our vision is to be the best provider of digital infrastructure solutions in the U.S. and our core values of GRIT connect everything we do. Will you join us?
Job Summary:
We are looking for a bilingual (Spanish & English speaking) Underground Utility Locator to join our growing team in the Portland OR area. Our Locators are responsible, self-starters who enjoy working outdoors. We are looking for experienced individuals who are comfortable working independently, detail-oriented, committed to safety, and take pride in their work. Locators drive company vehicles to job sites and use digital utility maps, along with specialized equipment, to find underground cables, pipes, and other utilities to prevent damages and ensure safety within the excavation, landscaping, and construction process.
Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to):
- Utilizes the provided mapping tools and other location information, along with locating equipment, to locate underground utilities including, but not limited to electric and gas utilities, telephone, and other communication lines
- Indicates utility locations through the utilization of paint and flags
- Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times
- Clean and maintain all company vehicles and equipment assigned for use
- Perform duties in standard and high-risk areas
- Safely and successfully perform duties all year round
- Perform physical tasks required to successfully complete day-to-day operations
- Travel overnight to various sites as requested
Required Skills:
- Valid Driver’s License (unrestricted)
- Pass a pre-employment drug test and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)
- Ability to speak fluently in Spanish and English, and to translate conversationally
- Basic computer skills
- At least 2 years of recent experience in underground utility locating
- Ability to operate all equipment safely and productively
- Strong interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interact with the crew, leadership, and clients
- Function effectively as an integral part of a team
- Meet physical demands – lift and/or move 50 to 150 pounds as well as stand and walk lengthy distances (1 miles) over uneven terrain
- Ability to perform all work outdoors, subject to inclement weather conditions
Desired Qualifications:
- CDL preferred, or willing to obtain one
- OSHA certified
Why Work at Congruex:
No matter what role you play, you are an important part of our team. We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits including, but not limited to:
- Medical, Dental & Vision benefits on day 1
- 401(k) program with company match and immediate vesting on day 1
- Flexible PTO for all exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for all non-exempt roles
- 10 company paid holidays
- Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave Options
- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (employee paid voluntary options)
- Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, caregiver support, and more!
- Marketplace discounts and 24/7 access to online learning & development
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at-will” employment relationship.