What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Technician 1/ Utility Locator position at MCNC?
Job Summary
Under the direction of the OSP Locate Supervisor, this role will be expected to provide coverage for a designated region of North Carolina and will be responsible for the location and protection of MCNC fiber optic underground utilities and other companies as required. This position performs work that involves visual inspection of predefined construction areas and reading and interpretation of utility maps to determine the presence of underground utilities belonging to MCNC or other utility providers.Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Use special electronic equipment to correctly, safely, and efficiently locate all MCNC buried fiber optics within prescribed accuracy limits.
- Thoroughly search for underground utilities in a designated area, accurately marking the location, completing the necessary documentation, and photographing each locate.
- Make sure all grounds are bonded back to the ground rod before leaving a locate.
- Go to and perform damage investigations
- Verify the fiber is locatable after new installs and trouble locates have been turned back over to MCNC.
- Receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements.
- Use a computer or other devices to receive, document and close out excavation notices, both during normal hours and after hours.
- Effectively communicate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities.
- Each technician is responsible for their own designated area and will inform the supervisor of any trouble locates or tickets going past due.
- Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor or other management team members.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- 1-3 years locating experience (fiber optic locating preferred)
- High School Diploma, or GED. In lieu of a high school diploma/GED, equivalent professional experience may be considered.
- Successful completion of company provided Locate Technician training program and passing of all required testing.
- Adherence to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements
- Ability to interact with all involved, the public, customers, contractors, and utility representatives.
- Must wear protective footwear and clothing while on the job.
- Must be able to lift 50lbs.
- Must be able to work outdoors and drive in all types of weather.
- Must be able to sit, drive, stand, and walk for extended periods of time.
- Keeping your vehicle and equipment always clean and presentable.
- Perform light excavation with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.
- Operate company vehicles in a safe manner and maintain a professional appearance.
- Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after hours.
- Attend and pass pre-hire and periodic safety trainings, always follow all safety rules, and not engage in unsafe acts.
- Proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment (shovels, screw drivers, wrenches, and ped keys etc.)
- Wearing appropriate protective footwear and clothing while performing field operations will be required.
- Respond to emergency calls between the hours of 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
- There is a 72-hour turnaround time on all locates, which means generally work the day after holidays and some weekends may be required.
- Weekend work, night work and/or overnight travel as needed. These are daytime, full-time positions and overtime will be required.
- Assist in other regions as needed.
- Must have a valid driver's license and will be required to drive a company vehicle on company business. Pre-employment and annual MVR checks will be required during your employment with the company for this position in order to be approved to drive a company-owned vehicle.
- Background and sex offender checks will be performed for pre-employment and annually during your employment with the company.
- This role will be required to adhere to the MCNC Substance Abuse policy, which may include drug/alcohol screening at hire and periodically or randomly during employment.
- Must complete a Confined Space Safety course to be provided by MCNC.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
MCNC is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.