Locating Technician

Located in Lincoln, Nebraska, LES is customer-owned and is one of the nation’s leading utility companies. We are recognized for low costs, unmatched reliability, financial stability, cutting-edge innovation, environmental stewardship, and community engagement. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service while fostering a culture that celebrates passion, talent, and high standards. If you're not just looking for a job but a fulfilling career in a workplace that values excellence, the environment, and the community we call home, LES might just be the perfect fit for you. Join us and power a brighter future!

• LES is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States.
• LES is unable to sponsor employment-based immigrant or non-immigrant visas.
• This is not a remote position and requires residency within a reasonable commuting distance to LES in Lincoln, Nebraska.

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Locating Technician to join our team! As a Locating Technician, you will be responsible for accurately identifying and mapping underground utilities, ensuring that construction projects are completed safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, a good understanding of locating equipment, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. If you have experience in utility locating or a related field and are looking for a rewarding career with room for growth, we encourage you to apply today!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & CORE COMPETENCIES
Under direct supervision, locates, constructs, operates, and maintains electrical line facilities in accordance with LES design standards and established policies, safety rules, procedures, and practices. Performs emergency and overtime work as necessary. Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.

• Under direct supervision, plans the sequence of work and determines the nature of maintenance or repair needed.
• Under limited supervision can locate by direct connecting to the outside of energized equipment.
• Performs contractor standby activities for protection of LES facilities and the public.
• Under direct supervision, performs customer related activities regarding underground conductors by accurate utilization of cable location equipment and interpretation of all available maps and records.
• Completes accurate reports and forms for area of assignment such as work orders, time sheets, injury and accident reports, etc.
Assists excavators in complying with State One-Call law.

Accountability – The ideal candidate in this role holds self and others responsible for goals, outcomes, deadlines, and objectives and follows through on commitments. Takes accountability for delivering on commitments; owns mistakes and uses them as opportunities for learning and development.

Communication – The successful candidate expresses ideas and information in a clear and concise manner whether verbally, written, or other means; tailors message to fit the interests and needs of the audience; delivers information in a manner that is interesting and compelling.

Initiative – Seeking a candidate who takes action on their own without being prompted; handles problems independently; able to resolve issues without relying on extensive help from others; does more than is expected or asked.

Job Technical Skills – The ideal candidate keeps their technical skills current; effectively applies specialized knowledge and skills to perform work tasks; understands and masters the technical skills, knowledge, and tasks associated with their job; shares technical expertise with others.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associates degree in related field, and
• Six months to one year of progressively responsible electric utility experience, or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Valid Driver’s License

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