Cable Locator

Comporium is a diversified communications company providing a Quintuple Play of five services -- voice, video, data, wireless and security -- at the retail level; as well as, providing security monitoring and media services for its industry customers. Under this concept, the Comporium Group is uniquely positioned to offer customers a one-stop-shopping for all their communications needs. SUMMARY Self motivated Individual able to manage locate caseload of underground cable locate requests received through PUPS and other electronic providers, accurately locating all buried facilities with a 3 day window from the date of the request In addition, all emergency locates must be completed upon request with an immediate response. Strong team mindset. Assist Supervisor with any assignments to protect our buried network.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Accurately locate underground facilities - telephone, coax, and fiber - utilizing a laptop, mapping software, cable records, smart phones, cable locators, etc. Must provide photos and videos of all locate marks for each locate ticket completed. Manage the electronic database into which locate requests are received, prioritizing and completing all locates within the 3 day deadline and closing them out. Communicate/interact with excavation contractors to fully understand the parameters of excavation scope and timeline to minimize damage to underground facilities. Work with other utility companies and construction companies on a daily basis. Through expert knowledge and superior preventative maintenance activities, maintain all equipment to minimize downtime and extend the serviceable life of all equipment. Perform spot digging to ensure accuracy of questionable locates. Assist as needed during damage investigation and restitution recovery efforts.

REQUIREMENTS

High School or equivalent required Related work experience or knowledge of the industry desired but not necessary. Basic computer skills, strong work ethic, attention to detail, interpersonal skills Must possess valid driver's license. Complete the Comporium technical training locating module and the SC 811 Academy online course within 6 months. Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs., climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, work outdoors, work in confined spaces Subject to after hours and emergency locate call outs and scheduled duty rotation. We firmly believe that our company is only as good as the people we employ. Join a company that values its employees and rewards them for a job well done! Equal Opportunity Employer/Contractor The Comporium team is dedicated to meeting the communications needs of each customer and to provide unsurpassed value. As an employee, your contributions can have a valuable impact and your presence can make a difference! Comporium has and always will be a company that stays in front of the evolution of technology in the communications industry. Our culture is one that encourages a commitment to excellence and innovation. Join a team who is enhancing its community's ability to take advantage of new growth in local markets, while developing opportunities for our team members to grow and excel. Work and live in areas where the weather is great, the cost of living is affordable, the recreational activities are endless, Gigabit Internet speeds are far-reaching, and the people are the friendliest in the world!