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National Underground Group · 3 months ago

Locate Technician

Charlottesville, VA, US

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

National Underground Group is a company that provides damage prevention solutions to utility companies and municipalities. The Locate Technician will be responsible for accurately locating underground facilities and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective communication and technical skills.

Responsibilities

Use mechanical/technical equipment to accurately locate underground facilities such as electrical power lines, and fiber optic lines

Provide locate services for single contractor along the I-64 corridor

Communicate and interact daily with client managers and excavation crews to discuss locate issues

Interpret job order tickets and respond appropriately to ensure customer satisfaction

Read maps and blueprints to ensure accurate location of utilities

Determine efficient route to each locate in rural and urban areas

Remove and replace manhole lids

Qualification

Locator certificationMechanical/technical equipmentComputer proficiencyCommunicationWork ethic

Required

Willingness to learn – Instructor-led training is required to receive locator certification

Ability to drive local roads, work outdoors, and operate independently

Ability to perform locate duties before or after normal business hours when on-call

Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

Ability to access restricted and/or controlled areas (such as federal installations)

Excellent communication skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to use a computer to complete documentation and receive and send email

Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds

Ability to walk all types of terrain (grass, ditches, wooded areas, gravel, etc.) in and around construction zones and residential, commercial, industrial, and rural areas in all types of weather conditions (rain snow, cold, heat, etc.). May require walking up to 5 miles in one day, several times a week