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JOB TITLE: Utility Company Locating Technician

LOCATIONS: Staten Island NY

DEPARTMENT: Operations

REPORTS TO: Eastern NY Regional Manager

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

CLASSIFICATION/STATUS: Full-Time

WORK HOURS: Monday thru Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30pm/possible Saturday (OT is a Minimum)

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Start a Career That Keeps Communities Safe

We're On The Mark Utility Locating Services, and we're hiring Utility Locating Technicians to help protect underground infrastrucuture before digging or construction happens. If you like working outdoors, want a reliable paycheck, and enjoy solving real-world problems with your hands and tools - this might be the job for you!

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Position Summary:

Perform work that involves visual inspection of predefined construction areas and reading and interpretation of utility maps to determine the presence of underground utilities, while using special electronic equipment to detect and locate said utilities. The utilities may include gas & electric within the predefined construction area.

This is a physically demanding, field-based position that requires working outdoors for the majority of the workday in all weather conditions, frequently away from office facilities and restroom access. The Locating Technician must be able to safely walk, stand, bend, kneel, and lift equipment and materials throughout an 8-hour shift while meeting a fixed schedule of Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and occasional Saturdays as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy objects [e.g., up to 50 lbs.] on a frequent basis; use basic equipment and tools properly and safely; walk and stand continuously for extended periods (up to 8 hours per day) on uneven terrain; and perform manual labor under adverse field conditions (heat, cold, precipitation, mud, snow, ice).
• Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities per daily work schedule.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to meet attendance and punctuality requirements for a fixed schedule (Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m., and occasional Saturdays) with dependability and consistency.
• Must have a personal vehicle (even if driving Company vehicle).
• Must be responsible for basic upkeep (e.g., cleanliness) of Company vehicles.
• Willing to provide written consent for GPS tracking of location (via Company issued cell phone, tablet, laptop, or Company-issued vehicle).
• Able to pass the Northeast Gas Association (NGA) Operator Qualify OQ required tasks.
• Pass Random Drug & Alcohol Tests.
• Able to control possible stress daily from the workload and possible client/customer.
• Knowledge and understanding of underground gas and electric utility locating.

Essential Requirements:

• Willing to provide written consent for GPS tracking of location (via Company issued cell phone, tablet, laptop, or company issued vehicle) § Must have Northeast Gas Association (NGA) Operator Qualifications OQ for tasks 21 and 70 (at a minimum).
• Must be able to pass Northeast Gas Association (NGA) Operator Qualifications OQ additional needed tasks.
• Able to control possible stress daily from the workload and possible client/customer.
• Knowledge and understanding of underground utilities (gas, electric, water, etc.)
• Pass a pre-employment drug & alcohol test.
• Must have a valid driver's license and clean Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) record.
• Experience in locating and marking various types of underground utilities using multiple types of equipment.
• Interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge and full understanding of Code Rule 753 and 811 Dig Safely.
• Pass Pre-employment and Random drug/Alcohol testing

DOT / Drug & Alcohol Testing Compliance:

This position is safety-sensitive and subject to U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) drug and alcohol testing regulations. As a condition of employment, employees must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and remain eligible for random testing. Marijuana use is prohibited for this position under federal DOT regulations, regardless of New York State or any other state law. A positive test for marijuana will result in removal from safety-sensitive duties and may result in termination of employment.

Minimum Qualifications (Incl. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Demonstrated ability to perform physically demanding field work, including lifting and carrying moderately heavy objects [e.g., up to 50 lbs.], walking and standing for extended periods on uneven surfaces, frequent bending, kneeling, and crouching, and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness and ability to perform manual work following verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and complete daily activities per daily work schedule.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
• Ability to maintain regular, reliable attendance for the scheduled hours of work and to arrive on time consistently.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions, consistent with applicable law.

The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat, and humidity. The position involves working in the field for the majority of the workday, frequently at locations without immediate access to office facilities or restrooms.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls as well as the use of can spray paint. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk for extended periods, including on uneven terrain, and to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to access utility locations. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

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We Offer:

• Full time job at $21-$26/hr. depending on experience
• Company vehicle provided (you just need a clean license)
• Paid training, tools, safety gear, tablet, computer provided
• Full Benefits - Sick Time, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Vision, and 401(k) with Matching
• Room to grow - we promote from within
• Learn an in-demand skill

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Ideal Background

Experience in utility locating, construction, landscaping, delivery driving, utility work, cable installation, or outdoor labor is a plus - but not required. We'll train you if you're motivated and dependable.

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