Damage Prevention Specialist

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Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

We are recruiting Underground Utility Locators in your area for a rewarding career! Vannguard is currently seeking new team members with the right attitude in a drug‑free environment.

• Drive a company vehicle directly from home to job sites in response to routine ticket requests, emergencies, and relocates.
• Utilize the provided mapping tools and other locating equipment to locate underground utilities, including electric and gas utilities, telephone and other communication lines.
• Indicate utility locations through the utilization of paint, flags, and communicate other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities.
• Respond to after‑hours emergency call‑outs in accordance with the established rotation schedule.

• Company Vehicle
• Paid Training
• Competitive Wages
• Dental, Health and Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation
• Overtime

• Computer skills
• Valid driver's license in applicable state of employment.
• Must be able to work overtime when duties cannot be performed within a normal work schedule.
• Will be subject to Vannguard's Drug‑Free Workplace Program, and complete a pre‑employment drug screening.
• Able to self‑manage and communicate with supervisors and clients in a timely manner.

• Drive 50 to 300+ miles daily as required by the assigned geographic locating area.
• Get in and out of a vehicle 50+ times a day.
• Stand and walk lengthy distances (1+ miles) over uneven terrain in all weather conditions.
• Sit for long periods of time while driving.
• Lift and/or move 50 to 150 pounds.
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

• Multiple locations

Full‑time

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime

• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
• Utility locating: 1 year (Preferred)

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Entry level

Full-time

Other

Utilities

COVID‑19 considerations:
This position is outdoors and involves minimal contact and interaction with others.