Mears Construction, A Quanta Services Company

At Mears Construction, we believe in developing and retaining the best people in the industry and providing the best value services to our customers in the natural gas and electric industries.  We take pride in developing the infrastructure of our country by connecting people and resources.  As an industry leader over the last 65 years, we have built our reputation as a premier provider of services with a solid track record of performance, integrity and – above all – a commitment to safety, quality, and our people. 

Advanced Locate Technician

An advanced locate technician determines where underground utilities (such as telephone, gas and power lines) should be placed and where existing utilities are located.

What Do You Offer Us?

  • Documentation of work consisting of electronic field sketching, GPS, and Data Collection.
  • Reading maps and blueprints to determine where utilities are located, marking the location of existing utilities for future reference
  • Utility locators may use electronic detection equipment in their work
  • May regularly be exposed to heat, cold, rain and other elements of outdoor weather
  • The utility locator may also have to perform physical activities such as using a shovel to unearth utilities as well
  • At all times, these professionals must follow safety procedures and laws

What We Offer You:

  • Paid on-the-job technical and professional training
  • Defined career path for future growth
  • Compensation range from $23.00 - $29.00 based on experience

What is Required?

  • High school diploma or equivalent is needed for this position.
  • Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • Available to work overtime and weekends as needed (No on-call required)
  • Strong verbal and written communication and documentation skills required
  • Ability to research and investigate all underground utilities
  • High level of organizational skills, excellent time management skills, and detail oriented
  • Computer knowledge
  • Experience in a similar position is required
  • Must have valid driver’s license and safe driving record
  • Able to work in a confined space and work on feet 8+ hours per day
  • The ability to stand and walk for long periods of time, to bend and stoop, and to lift heavy items is essential; it is also sometimes necessary to enter manholes
  • Since this job requires traveling to different locations, it is important to have a valid driver’s license as well

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

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