NL-Underground Utility Locator ( Houston

Job Details:

Job Location:

Houston, TX 77001. Position Type:
Full Time.

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection, Inc. was created in March of 2001 to provide services to clients with a need to protect their utility networks. Not just a 'Paint and Flag' service, Northern Lights delivers locating and inspection expertise beyond traditional utility location. We protect customers' utilities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Since then we have expanded into sewer imaging, inspection, and locating sewer mains/laterals using the latest technology on the market.

We also perform inspection work/services on utility projects throughout the United States.

Northern Lights Locating and Inspection Inc is looking for Utility Locators. We offer competitive pay, great benefits and a paid time off program. We focus on allowing our locators to run their area independently as needed but there is a support system in place for them as well. Please apply and join the Northern Lights Team!

STATUS:
Full Time, Employee

RELEVANT

WORK EXPERIENCE:

2 years Locator experience required.

• Locate underground utilities for clients and property owners based on 811 tickets per 811 dig laws
• Use utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, G.I.S. information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment
• Utilize flags and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities
• Prepare various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved
• Take pictures of utility line located for each 811 ticket
• Investigate and prepare detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities
• Candidate need to be comfortable with using Cell phone-based app to record locating marks for clients property for excavators and property owners. App holds photos and enables locators to complete all documents needed for locate
• On-call rotation

• Know best locate practices, procedures and 811 law
• Read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings
• Maintain cleanliness and good operating condition of all provided equipment and vehicle
• Ability to maintain a Tobacco free vehicle
• Locate underground utilities using multiple methods of locating
• Understand and carry out written and oral instructions
• Maintain small- to medium-sized equipment and trucks
• Complete paperwork and documentation
• Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
• Attention to Detail
• Be able to work in all weather conditions
• Willingness to Travel (75% +)
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Able to pass a drug screen
• Must have valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a DOT physical certification
• Must be available to work varying schedules and overtime
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality

• Self-motivated and able to learn quickly
• Team oriented and have exemplary character
• Safety focused

• Competitive pay
• Paid Holidays and Vacation Time
• Affordable benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD and Life
• 401(k) Plan – with match!