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Pauley Construction, LLC
Locator I
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Utility Line Technician services and repairs underground electrical lines for construction projects or for homeowners, using maps and electronic equipment.
$115,243 / year median in New Mexico
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Discover a more connected career Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Then you may have found your next career move. We're looking for a Locator to join our team and help connect America. The Locator, under the direction of a company supervisor, performs work that involves visual inspection of predefined construction areas. Locators read and interpret utility maps to determine the presence of underground utilities, while using special electronic equipment to detect and locate utilities. The utilities may include (but not be limited to) gas, electric, cable TV, telecommunications, sanitary sewer, water lines, street lighting and other facilities within the predefined construction area. Connecting you to great benefits Weekly Paychecks Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays Insurance (including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability, life insurance) 401(k) w/ Company Match Stock Purchase Plan Education Reimbursement Legal Insurance Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more! What you'll do You will read and interpret utility maps / prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities You will operate different electronic detection equipment, to locate and mark under-ground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits. You will use assigned communication equipment to effectively communicate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities. You will perform light excavation with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary. You will provide accurate documentation and or sketches related to all locates completed. You will receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements. You will use a computer or other device to receive, document and close out excavation notices. You will respond to emergency calls between the hours of 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. You will work weekends, night work and/or overnight travel as needed You will operate company vehicles in a safe manner and maintain a professional appearance You will perform manhole entry using assigned equipment and safety devices What you'll need You are at least 18 years old You are authorized to work in the United States for this company You have a high school diploma or equivalent You have a valid standard Driver's License or Class A Commercial Driver's License You have an MVR record that is deemed acceptable by the company You are proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment (shovels, screw drivers, wrenches, and ped keys etc.) You are able to maintain a safe work environment You are able to work in all weather conditions.