What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locator position at Michigan Gas Utilities?
Michigan Gas Utilities, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking Locator s in our Grand Haven, Michigan location. This position is represented by Local 12295 Union.
Job Responsibilities
Process Locate Requests
Minimum Posting Range: $24.00
The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.
We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
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WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.
Job Responsibilities
Process Locate Requests
- Sort locate requests received daily
- Use facilities maps (Navigate system) to determine facilities present at location requested
- Determine if locate requests can be cleared (no conflict) without field visit
- Complete necessary documentation
- Determine efficient route for completing locate requests requiring to be field checked
- Use locator guide sheet
- Use facilities maps (Navigate system, service cards and as-built) to determine facilities present at location requested
- Visually check area to determine if gas facilities, rectifiers and ground beds are present
- Use locating equipment to locate the route of the gas facilities
- Mark the route of the underground facilities present in the area described on the locate request with paint and flags
- Complete necessary documentation
- Attend requested field meetings
- Complete all locate requests within the required timeline
- Maintain customer/contractor contact and appointments
- Relay customer requests to appropriate personnel
- High School Diploma, HSED, or GED
- Must possess a valid driver's license and meet company standards for driving
- Entry level position where 1 year of utility (telecom, electric, fiber, gas) locating experience preferred
Minimum Posting Range: $24.00
The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.
We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
Learn more at
WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.
Salary : $24