Utility Locator

Job Duties (including but not limited to)

• Respond to locate requests within legal time limit.
• Schedule and monitor line crossings/excavations to ensure integrity of utilities is kept.
• Complete required paperwork for locates and line crossings / excavations.
• Report any/all One-Call violations to Supervisor.
• Document and educate third party contractors in violation of One Call Law.
• Perform all tasks pertaining to line crossing: Determine crossing location by referencing maps

Contact excavating contractor to review crossing
Use line locator to locate line, probe and stake line
Monitor/inspect (oversee) actual line crossing and complete crossing report.

• Take appropriate measures (e.g. awareness follow up procedures/cease digging) to ensure the integrity of the pipeline during abnormal right-of-way conditions (any excavation near the line) and follow up with supervisor.
• Perform all tasks pertaining to pipeline repair, pipeline integrity and line

crossings/excavations using appropriate Company procedures.

• Complete required OSHA Training and Operator Qualifications on all required covered tasks prior to performing work independently and oversee those not qualified when required.
• Monitor/inspect (oversee) hydro-vac exposure of utilities, when required.
• Ensure ROW signage/markings meet Company requirements.
• Receive and respond to WY Emergency One Call Tickets as quickly as possible.
• Resolve conflicts, questions or concerns that arise through the WY One Call System.
• Respond to questions excavators might have during and prior to excavation
• Participate in excavation incident and line strike investigations
• Assist with implementation of corrective actions from investigations.
• Enforce Companies excavation and one call policy, including stopping work if an excavator does not meet all requirements.
• Assist with training on line locating and new programs for new employees and contractors.
• Maintain (clean/inspect) company vehicle, equipment and housing.
• Perform any additional tasks as requested by supervisor.

Physical Demands

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.

Frequently required to type, write, drive, stand, walk or crouch in a field environment

Must occasionally lift and/or move manhole covers or similar items weighing /- 50 lbs

Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision and distance vision

Requirements

• 1 year of verifiable utility locating experience is preferred
• Must be organized with an attention to detail
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic understanding and use of computers
• Valid driver’s license (Clean MVR) and Social Security Card
• Effective at coordinating job details with others (multitasking)
• Good communications and people skills
• Knowledge of pipeline systems and safety

Qualifications

Before the end of the 90 day training period the employee must obtain the following:

• OSHA General Contractor Certification (10 Hour)
• DOT OQ Task Training (PHMSA)
• PEC Premiere Basic Orientation
• SafeLandUSA Certification
• First-Aid/CPR Certification
• Utility Locator Certification
• Contracted Company’s Orientation
• Line Finders Procedure/Protocol Certification

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

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

Ability to Relocate:

• Douglas, WY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $30