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Utility Locator/Designator

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McCarthy Building Co

Newport Beach, CA (In Person)

$108,077 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 8 weeks ago (Updated 7 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

Utility Locator/Designator Newport Beach, CA Job Details $51.96 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Document review (document control) Operations management Calibration Safety regulations Underground utilities CCTV Safety planning Mid-level GPS DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations Ground-penetrating radar Quality assurance GPS surveying Field research Driving Data collection 1 year Instrument maintenance Total stations Project stakeholder communication Time management Stakeholder management Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Utility Designator designates utilities according to
ASCE 38-22
standards as safe, efficiently, and at the highest level of quality to ensure outstanding Client Experience and Operational Excellence. The Utility Locator/Designator will be responsible for designating and documenting overhead and underground utilities on a given project that may include communication lines, electrical power lines, hydronic systems, natural gas lines, fiber optic lines, water lines, sewer lines, etc. Utility Designators are responsible for the Quality Assurance of all utility systems designated and collected in the field. Utility Designators will need to understand, operate, and maintain a variety of subsurface utility locating & data collection equipment daily. Utility Designators will need to travel occasionally.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Utility Designation Accurately designate overhead and underground utilities according to
ASCE 38-22
standards. Utilize geophysical equipment to locate underground utilities. Complete detailed field Investigation. Consult on schedule planning for field operations. Day to day problem solving. Review of record information prior to and during field investigation. Work with drafting staff to ensure completeness of data transfer. Assist Sr Utility Designator, Operations Specialist, and SUM Field Operations Manager on quality assurance reviews. Proficient knowledge of geophysical locating technology. Electro Magnetic (EM) Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Acoustic Pipe Locator (APL) CCTV Sewer Camera Coordinate with clients, utility stakeholders, property stakeholders, etc. Lead operations in the field for McCarthy SUM projects. Coordinate & manage subcontracted vendors of traffic control, hydro-excavation, saw cutting, etc. Responsible for quality assurance of utilities designated in the field. Investigation Documentation Responsible for quality assurance for the completeness of the collection of public and private stakeholder source documents. Record utilities & structures designated in the field utilizing electronic devices. Complete accurate field reports at the time of investigation. Ensure quality pictures are attached to the correct structures and reports. Quality assurance of field notes & reports daily. Data Collection Coordinate, perform, and/or oversee data collection. Establishing and maintaining control around site for use during data collection. Coordinate with the Center of Excellence for tying in new control with existing site control. Utilize a total station & GPS to collect utility linework and associated planimetric features. Equipment Ensure equipment is utilized the way that it is designed to be used and remain in service in accordance with manufacturer life expectancy. Ensure equipment is properly stored, cleaned, maintained, and calibrated according to manufacturer maintenance & calibration schedules. Ensure physical security of all equipment. Maintain company vehicles according to manufacturer & fleet service maintenance schedules. Operate company vehicle in compliance with DOT and McCarthy regulations. Safety Promote an "All In" value with a focus on safety. Align with McCarthy Safety Policies and Procedures manual. Follow project specific safety requirements. Assist in developing site-specific safety plans. Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed by McCarthy personnel and subcontractors. Operate vehicles in accordance with McCarthy Vehicle Safety Guidelines
QUALIFICATIONS
Safety Oriented At least 1 year of utility locating experience Experience with Locating Technology Electro Magnetic (EM) Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) Acoustic Pipe Locator (APL) CCTV Sewer Camera 5 years utility locating experience desired Utility installation experience desired Quality first mentality & detail oriented Detailed understanding in the review and application of design documents Strong in direct stakeholder interaction Self-motivated Professional/Dependable Time Management skills Strong trouble shooting and critical thinking skills Ability to handle physical workload, lift 50lbs McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The pay rate for this role in California is $51.96 per hour. The base pay actually offered follows the minimum wage from the pay scale agreed upon in the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement and may also vary depending on the candidate's work location, experience, and skills. #LI-DNI

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