Damage Prevention Specialist (Utility Locator) - Sparus Holdings
Lawrenceville, GA 30042
About the Job
What You Will Do
Our Underground Utility Locate Technicians use computer utility maps and specialized equipment to find underground cables, pipes, and other underground utilities to prevent damages and ensure safety during excavation. If you are a problem-solver who has safety as your priority, then you should consider a career as an Underground Utility Locate Technician.
Responsibilities include reading and processing utility maps, working closely with the excavating community, advanced computer skills, experience with different types of locating equipment, and excellent communication skills. Successful candidate will join our Gwinnett county water locating team in the Lawrenceville Georgia area. Must have at least 2 years verifiable locating experience, good work ethic, and demonstrate good decision-making skills as well. Must be physically fit and able to report to work each day focused on the critical work we perform. All employees are required to practice social distancing when in close proximity to anyone during the course of the workday.
What You Will Earn
Pays from $17.50 and UP depending on experience. Automatic hourly increase of $.50 after 60 days of employment and then $.50 after 180 days of employment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Drives to sites in response to routine ticket requests, and emergencies, and relocates
- Utilizes the provided mapping tools and other location information, along with locating equipment, to locate underground utilities including, but not limited to: electrical cables, gas lines, telephone and other communication lines
- Indicates utility locations through the utilization of paint, flags, and communicates other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities
- Responds to after-hours emergency call-outs in accordance with the established rotation schedule if applicable to the area assigned.
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday Full Time with the possibility of weekend work when duties cannot be performed within a normal work schedule.
Physical Requirements
- While performing the duties of this job, employees regularly:
- Drive 50 to 200+ miles daily as required by assigned geographic locating area.
- Stand and walk lengthy distances (4-6 miles) over uneven terrain.
- Sit for long periods of time while driving.
- Lift and/or move 50 pounds.
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Benefits Included
Benefits Included: Company Vehicle, Wages On-Demand (earned daily pay), Paid Training, Competitive Wages, Medical/Vision/Dental Plans, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Holidays, and many other benefits.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude
Valid driver's license in applicable state of employment.
Locating experience a plus, good work ethic, and demonstrate good decision-making skills as well. Must be physically fit and able to report to work each day focused on the critical work we perform.
APPLICANTS MUST LIVE IN OR HAVE PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE IN THE GWINNETT COUNTY LAWRENCEVILLE GEORGIA GEOGRAPHIC AREA.
EEO Statement
Sparus Holdings Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.