Utility Locate Coordinator

Since 1954 Warning Lites of Minnesota has been a leading traffic control service in the Twin Cities and outstate area contributing to the safety of the driving public. We take pride in offering unsurpassed customer service. We currently have an opening for a Utility Locate Coordinator. We are looking for someone that embodies our values of: Dependable, Professional, Problem-Solver, Pride, and Humble.

Let us be the best place you’ll ever work.  Individuals with utility locate experience encouraged to apply!

What we are looking for

Organized, detail-oriented and energetic candidates to work with internal and external contacts with a service mindset and can-do attitude to perform the duties of the position including, but not limited to:

• Submit and track underground utility locate requests through Gopher State One Call (GSOC) system to support safe field operations of the company’s Traffic Control operations team.
• Review maps and project information to accurately identify and input dig locations into the GSOC system.
• Coordinate with project managers and field personnel to gather required details for locate requests.
• Track active tickets, including start dates, expiration dates and clearance status.
• Communicate ticket status updates to project managers and field personnel to ensure work does not begin without proper clearance.
• Follow-up with utility companies or locating services regarding missing, incomplete or delayed ticket requests.
• Maintain organized digital records of locate tickets, confirmations and related communications.
• Proactively submit tickets in advance based on project schedules to avoid delays.
• Assist in resolving discrepancies between marked utilities and planned work areas.
• Support continuous improvement of tracking and communication processes.

We want you to join the Warning Lites team if you can say yes to the following:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to work between the core hours of 7:30 am - 4:30 pm with willingness to start as early as 7 am or stay as late as 5 pm, on occasion.
• Thrive in a fast moving environment being effective and efficient.
• Ability to operate general office equipment effectively such as desktop/laptop, printer, copier, and phone and a smart phone to accomplish work tasks.
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.), mapping tools or GIS systems.
• Must have the ability to interact with external and internal customers in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment, working independently with a high degree of problem solving.
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize, prioritize and manage multiple projects and tasks while simultaneously meeting all goals and deadlines.

Sound like you?

Please submit your resume along with your compensation requirements and tell us why you are just what we need. We won’t be able to individually respond to all applicants, but if we feel you’re a strong match, we will do our best to be in touch within the next three business days. Thanks and we look forward to hearing from you!

We have a casual but supportive work environment and offer competitive compensation and benefits. Perks offered by WL:

• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• HSA with company contribution
• Life, AD&D, short and long term disability insurance
• Paid time off benefits: Vacation and sick time, and holidays
• 401(k) with a company match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discretionary company bonus 

Qualified candidates who are given a conditional job offer must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and criminal background check.

Warning Lites is an EOE/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer; participates in E-Verify and provides a drug-free work environment.

WARNING LITES IS NOT ACCEPTING RESUMES FROM 3RD PARTY RECRUITERS

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22 to $25/hr., depending on experience**

**The expected compensation represents a good faith estimate for this position and the specific compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on factors including, but not limited to training, experience, skills, work location, licensure, etc.