Line Locator | Birmingham, AL
Bermex, Birmingham, AL, United States
About the Team
Bermex values its customer relationships and strives to delight customers by going the extra mile. We provide expert meter reading services and solutions—including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software services, and water, gas, and electric meter reading—to utilities and related organizations across the United States. We are seeking motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors.
Position Type: Full‑time Regular
About the Role
The Line Locator Technician reports to the Project Manager. This role is responsible for detecting and locating underground utility lines and pipes, requiring high physical activity, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional day‑to‑day flexibility.
What You’ll Do
Receive work tickets via the 811 system.
Read and interpret utility maps that show underground utilities.
Use magnetic sensing equipment and maps (Sure‑Lock Utility Pro) to identify underground utility lines and pipes.
Use color‑coded spray paint to mark the location and type (electric, water, gas, telephone, etc.) of underground lines.
Work under various weather conditions and use shovels as necessary to pinpoint underground utilities.
Follow strict utility, state, and federal guidelines for utility line marking.
Provide records of work performed using a digital camera and laptop.
Participate in safety meetings.
Provide timely reports and documentation to management per procedures.
Escalate issues and questions to supervisors per procedures.
Report customer, equipment, and vehicle issues immediately.
Refer consumer complaints to appropriate authorities.
Provide general information about utility lines or pipes to customers, when applicable.
Use telephones, tablets, and/or computers to communicate.
Other duties as assigned.
About You
Must Have
Age 21 or older.
No specific education required; a valid driver’s license is required.
No prior experience necessary—training will be provided. Must complete and pass Pipeline Operator Qualification (OQ) training upon hire.
Nice to Have
High school diploma or GED.
One or more years of experience in line locating.
Your Skills
Ability to multi‑task and work independently and as part of a team.
Exceptional flexibility in daily routines and scheduling.
Adequate time‑management skills to complete work promptly.
Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with management and customers.
Ability to handle unhappy or negative customers professionally.
Strong attention to detail for problem solving.
Stamina to walk long distances and prepare for varying weather conditions.
Qualifications that suggest this role may not be a good fit:
Dislike of working independently.
Dislike of outdoor conditions.
Dislike wandering long distances.
Inflexibility or unwillingness to adapt to scheduling or routine changes.
Inadequate planning or time‑management skills.
Drug/Alcohol Testing
Required for all employees.
Required per non‑regulatory requirements for work with water, electric, and meters.
Required per Federal DOT regulations for employees working with gas meters.
Benefits
Health and Safety
Group health plans: medical/prescription, dental, vision, and additional coverage options.
Company‑paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Account options with company match.
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members.
Retirement
Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost.
Roth or Traditional 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
PTO Plans (after 90 days of service for full‑time employees)
Paid vacation.
Paid holidays.
Paid wedding day.
Paid Veterans Day leave for veterans.
Paid sick time (New York‑based positions only).
Perks/Allowances
Company vehicle for all driver‑based positions.
Gas card if applicable.
Company cell phone or mobile allowance if applicable.
Boot allowance from approved vendors.
Daily per diem for travel‑based positions.
Where We Work
Employees begin each day at the local office where they acquire their company vehicle, equipment, and daily assignments.
We are an Equal Employment/affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact hr@acrtinc.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.
The contractor will not discharge or discriminate in any other manner. Employees who have access to compensation information of others as part of essential job functions are prohibited from disclosing that information to individuals without access, except as required by a formal complaint, investigation, or legal duty per 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).
Company: ACRT, Inc.
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Bermex values its customer relationships and strives to delight customers by going the extra mile. We provide expert meter reading services and solutions—including leak detection, atmospheric corrosion, line location, software services, and water, gas, and electric meter reading—to utilities and related organizations across the United States. We are seeking motivated individuals who enjoy working independently and love the outdoors.
Position Type: Full‑time Regular
About the Role
The Line Locator Technician reports to the Project Manager. This role is responsible for detecting and locating underground utility lines and pipes, requiring high physical activity, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional day‑to‑day flexibility.
What You’ll Do
Receive work tickets via the 811 system.
Read and interpret utility maps that show underground utilities.
Use magnetic sensing equipment and maps (Sure‑Lock Utility Pro) to identify underground utility lines and pipes.
Use color‑coded spray paint to mark the location and type (electric, water, gas, telephone, etc.) of underground lines.
Work under various weather conditions and use shovels as necessary to pinpoint underground utilities.
Follow strict utility, state, and federal guidelines for utility line marking.
Provide records of work performed using a digital camera and laptop.
Participate in safety meetings.
Provide timely reports and documentation to management per procedures.
Escalate issues and questions to supervisors per procedures.
Report customer, equipment, and vehicle issues immediately.
Refer consumer complaints to appropriate authorities.
Provide general information about utility lines or pipes to customers, when applicable.
Use telephones, tablets, and/or computers to communicate.
Other duties as assigned.
About You
Must Have
Age 21 or older.
No specific education required; a valid driver’s license is required.
No prior experience necessary—training will be provided. Must complete and pass Pipeline Operator Qualification (OQ) training upon hire.
Nice to Have
High school diploma or GED.
One or more years of experience in line locating.
Your Skills
Ability to multi‑task and work independently and as part of a team.
Exceptional flexibility in daily routines and scheduling.
Adequate time‑management skills to complete work promptly.
Excellent communication skills, comfortable interacting with management and customers.
Ability to handle unhappy or negative customers professionally.
Strong attention to detail for problem solving.
Stamina to walk long distances and prepare for varying weather conditions.
Qualifications that suggest this role may not be a good fit:
Dislike of working independently.
Dislike of outdoor conditions.
Dislike wandering long distances.
Inflexibility or unwillingness to adapt to scheduling or routine changes.
Inadequate planning or time‑management skills.
Drug/Alcohol Testing
Required for all employees.
Required per non‑regulatory requirements for work with water, electric, and meters.
Required per Federal DOT regulations for employees working with gas meters.
Benefits
Health and Safety
Group health plans: medical/prescription, dental, vision, and additional coverage options.
Company‑paid group life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability.
Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Account options with company match.
Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and eligible family members.
Retirement
Automatic enrollment in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost.
Roth or Traditional 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
PTO Plans (after 90 days of service for full‑time employees)
Paid vacation.
Paid holidays.
Paid wedding day.
Paid Veterans Day leave for veterans.
Paid sick time (New York‑based positions only).
Perks/Allowances
Company vehicle for all driver‑based positions.
Gas card if applicable.
Company cell phone or mobile allowance if applicable.
Boot allowance from approved vendors.
Daily per diem for travel‑based positions.
Where We Work
Employees begin each day at the local office where they acquire their company vehicle, equipment, and daily assignments.
We are an Equal Employment/affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact hr@acrtinc.com with the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case‑by‑case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e‑mail address.
The contractor will not discharge or discriminate in any other manner. Employees who have access to compensation information of others as part of essential job functions are prohibited from disclosing that information to individuals without access, except as required by a formal complaint, investigation, or legal duty per 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c).
Company: ACRT, Inc.
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