Broadband Locate Technician - Cable One Inc.

Job Description:

The Broadband Locate Technician is responsible for locating underground utilities using a variety of methods, including electronic locators, ground penetrating radar, and magnetic locating equipment. The Technician must be able to read and interpret infrastructure maps and must be able to work safely and independently in a variety of environments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Locate underground utilities using a variety of methods, including electronic locators, ground penetrating radar, and magnetic locating equipment.
• Read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• Work safely and independently in a variety of environments.
• Mark the location of underground utilities with paint, flags, or other approved markers.
• Comply with all applicable safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of all locates performed.
• Communicate with engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders regarding locate information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Other duties and/or responsibilities not specifically set forth above may, however, be assigned as needed. Whenever practicable and, in accordance with legal guidelines, reasonable accommodation(s) will be made to enable an otherwise qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1-2 years of experience in underground infrastructure locating or a related field preferred, however training will be available for the right candidate.
• Valid driver's license and suitable driving record
• Have the capability to read and interpret infrastructure maps.
• Ability to work safely and independently in a variety of environments.
• Ability to operate a variety of electronic locators, ground penetrating radar, and magnetic locating equipment.
• Excellent communication skills.

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 job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb.
• The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The non-exhaustive list of physical demands described here are representative of those required of an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Whenever practicable and, in accordance with legal guidelines, reasonable accommodation(s) will be made to enable an otherwise qualified individual with a disability to perform the essential functions of the position.

While performing the duties of this job, the associate is continuously required to sit, talk or hear, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The associate is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The associate is frequently required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Physical environment: Broadband Locate Technicians typically work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions. They may be exposed to noise, dust, fumes, and other hazards. They may also be required to work in confined spaces or at heights.

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