Part-Time Utility Locator - Atlanta, GA
Position Summary
eX² is seeking a part-time Utility Locator to join our team. This individual will be skilled in supporting underground facility construction activities with a focus on damage prevention and the protection of multiple utilities’ infrastructure.
The position will require the use of various industry tools, standards and methods to respond to dig ticket requests from contractor crews to locate, identify and mark existing client infrastructure and meet compliance with Company, State and Federal processes, procedures, rules and regulations.
Our ideal candidate will be innovative and flexible, yet extremely process-oriented. In return, we offer competitive pay with an excellent benefit package including paid time off, company matching 401(k) plans and medical, dental, vision and life insurance options as well as professional development with career advancement opportunity in an innovative growth industry.
Roles & Responsibilities
Locates and marks underground facilities using various industry tools, standards and methods, including the use of various locating devices and utility maps
Compares real-world conditions to record documentation to identify errors and omissions
Verifies location of all client facilities within specified dig extents
Examines and investigates all damages with their purview creating all required documentation
Ensures all work is performed safely
Watches and protects client facilities within a given area as directed by client
Understands contractor’s means and methods for subsurface installations
Job Requirements
Education
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Experience
Three to five years utility locating experience required
Experience with the construction and installation of below grade infrastructure
Experience working within and utilizing existing utility standard designs
Experience with complex urban underground utility infrastructure
Experience serving as firm-client liaison
Experience reviewing design drawings created by others
Experience in the use and basic maintenance of industry standard locating equipment
Experience using basic communication and technical devices
Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support excellent working relations with citizens, company, contractor representatives and customers
Good organizational skills with the ability to handle many varied tasks at once
Knowledge and understanding of safe worksite practices
Proficiency in web-based email
Valid driver’s license
Physical Requirements
Capable of moving around on construction work sites, public streets and parkways
Capable of lifting up to 75lbs.
Ability to stand, walk, kneel or sit for extended periods of time
Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various measurement, locating and testing instruments
Physical Requirements
Work Environment
Work safely outside in all weather conditions year round
Occasionally work in excavations areas and roadways
Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and vibration
The noise level in the work environment is occasionally moderate to loud
Tools and Equipment
Must be capable of operating the following:
Company-provided computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software
Company-provided vehicle
Phone, camera and GPS
Tape measure, wheel, various types of locating equipment, not including locating receiver/transmitter
Language Skills
Communicates effectively in oral and written English technical language, both in interpreting requirements and providing reports and mentoring.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
Disclaimer
Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, and, if requested, reasonable accomodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Job descriptions typically change over time as requirements and employee skill levels change. The employer retains the right to modify or assign other duties to this position.
Vivacity Infrastructure Group is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.
About Vivacity
Vivacity Infrastructure Group designs, develops and deploys comprehensive fiber optic, wireless and related network infrastructure using a variety of unique partnerships and business models designed to meet the strategic needs and economic goals of all project stakeholders. Vivacity has three operating divisions – eX² Technology, Terra Consulting Group and Vivacity Networks. Together, we are Transforming America’s Infrastructure – One Partnership at a Time™. Come join us!
About eX² Technology
eX² is a single source solution for those seeking to build, scale or future proof their communications infrastructure. eX² specializes in fiber design-build-maintain services and network asset commercialization to maximize customer revenue potential and accelerate broadband expansion throughout the nation.
We are comprised of technologists, business experts, engineers, construction professionals, project managers and marketing experts with a broad and diverse collection of disciplines and specialties. We deliver a robust offering of project services that are uniquely tailored to our clients’ telecom needs.
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