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Underground Utility Locator

Vannguard Utility Partners, Inc., Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285

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Overview

Great Opportunity for Outdoor Work and Freedom! Salary: $22.50 per hour Our Arvada team is recruiting Underground Utility Locators in your area for a rewarding career! Vannguard is currently seeking new team members with the right attitude in a drug-free environment as we expand into the I-70 corridor area. Our Underground Utility Locators are responsible, self-motivated individuals who enjoy the freedom of working outdoors. We will train the right individual who is committed to safety, comfortable working on their own, pays close attention to detail, and takes pride in completing a job well done. Our Underground Utility Locators drive a company vehicle to job sites and use computer mapping tools along with specialized equipment to find underground cables, pipes and other utilities to prevent damages and ensure safety within the excavation, landscaping and construction community. Problem-solvers who are not afraid of hard work and know that quality is their priority should consider a career as an Underground Utility Locator with Vannguard Utility Partners Inc.

Responsibilities

Drive a company vehicle directly from home to job sites in response to routine ticket requests, emergencies, and relocations.

Utilize mapping tools and locating equipment to locate underground utilities including, but not limited to, electric and gas utilities, telephone and other lines.

Indicate utility locations through the use of paint and flags, and communicate information to excavation personnel or other authorities.

Respond to after-hours emergency call-outs in accordance with the established rotation schedule.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Paid Training

Competitive Wages

Dental, Health and Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Overtime

Required Knowledge, Skills And Attitude

Computer Skills

Valid driver's license in applicable state of employment

Must be able to work overtime when duties cannot be performed within a normal work schedule

Will be subject to Vannguard's Drug-Free Workplace Program, and complete a pre-employment drug screening

Able to self-manage and communicate with supervisors and clients in a timely manner

Physical Demands

Drive 50 to 300+ miles daily as required by the assigned geographic locating area

Get in and out of a vehicle 50+ times a day

Stand and walk lengthy distances (1+ miles) over uneven terrain in all weather conditions

Sit for long periods of time while driving

Lift and/or move 50 to 150 pounds

Work outdoors in all weather conditions

Education

High school or equivalent (Required)

License

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location

Multiple locations

This Job Is

A job for which military-experienced candidates are encouraged to apply

Job Type: Full-time

COVID-19 considerations: This position is outdoors and involves minimal contact and interaction with others.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $22.50 per hour

Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off

Compensation Package: Hourly pay, Overtime pay

Physical Setting

Outdoor work

Schedule

10 hour shift

Monday to Friday

On call

Overtime

Experience

Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Utility locating: 1 year (Preferred)

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