Utility Locator - Northwest Illinois Area (Dekalb, Sterling, Ottawa, Rockford)
Position Summary
eX² is searching for a Utility Locator to serve the Northwest Illinois area. This position offers the opportunity to be part of a team that supports underground facility construction activities with a focus on damage prevention and the protection of multiple utilities’ infrastructure.
The Locator will respond to dig ticket requests from contractor crews to locate, identify and mark existing client infrastructure and meet compliance with Company, State and Federal processes, procedures, rules and regulations.
We seek someone who has a passion for what they do and being part of something special. Our ideal candidate will be innovative and flexible, yet extremely process-oriented. In return, our firm offers a professional work environment, excellent benefits, competitive salary and growth potential.
Roles & Responsibilities
Locates and marks underground facilities using various industry tools, standards and methods, including the use of various locating devices and utility maps
Compares real-world conditions to record documentation to identify errors and omissions
Verifies location of all client facilities within specified dig extents
Examines and investigates all damages with their purview creating all required documentation
Ensure all work is performed safely
Watches and protects client facilities within a given area as directed by client
Understands contractor’s means and methods for subsurface installations
Skills & Experience
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support excellent working relations with citizens, company, contractor representatives and customers.
Good organizational skills with the ability to handle many varied tasks at once.
Knowledge and understanding of safe worksite practices.
Experience with the construction and installation of below grade infrastructure.
Experience working within and utilizing existing utility standard designs.
Experience with complex urban underground utility infrastructure.
Experience in serving as firm-client liaison.
Experience in reviewing design drawings created by others.
Experience in the use and basic maintenance of industry standard locating equipment.
Experience using basic communication and technical devices.
Proficiency in web-based email.
Qualification & Education
Minimum 3-5 years’ Utility Locating experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Valid driver’s license
Other Requirements
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Must be capable of operating the following:
Company-provided computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software
Company-provided vehicle
Phone, camera and GPS
Tape measure, wheel, various types of locating equipment, not including locating receiver/transmitter
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Capable of moving around on construction work sites, public streets and parkways
Capable of lifting up to 75lbs.
Ability to stand, walk, kneel or sit for extended periods of time
Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various measurement, locating and testing instruments
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work safely outside in all weather conditions year round
Occasionally work in excavations areas and roadways
Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and vibration
The noise level in the work environment is occasionally moderate to loud
eX² Technology is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age or veteran status.
*Please do not call about this position, apply online only.