Easton Utilities

Infrastructure Locator

Easton, MD

full time

$53,669-$77,283

On-site

Utilities

About This Job

If you know how to work as part of a unique team, build relationships and have fun, Easton Utilities is the place for you! As an employee in one of our divisions - Electric, Gas, Water, Wastewater, Cable, Internet, Engineering or Customer Service - you'll receive training and the support you need to build your career. We offer competitive wages and an excellent benefit package.

Infrastructure Locator

Easton Utilities is currently seeking to fill the position of Infrastructure Locator (Apprentice, Level I or Level II) for the Engineering Department.

JOB OBJECTIVE: To inform members of the public, contractors, utilities, locators, and other persons or entities who would be involved in planned or emergency excavation regarding underground facility identification. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with on-call requirements.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: Driving, bending, walking long distances, digging, lifting up to 100lbs, climbing steps, and the physical use of all locating equipment. Must follow all safety procedures and wear proper PPE at all times. Must have physical ability to frequently ingress underground manholes and vaults.

MAJOR JOB FUNCTIONS:

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Identify and locate any underground facility prior to any planned or emergency excavation or demolition activities.

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Identify and mark electric, gas, water and sewer, and communication lines per each location request.

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Work with Locating Team to clear each request from the Miss Utility center to the requestor.

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Work with ESRI Team to update general distribution maps and records using ESRI sketches when verified field information contradicts existing ESRI mapping data.

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Participate in preparing damage reports.

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Assist the Engineering Department staff with any engineering functions as requested.

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Regular on-call duty required. Must reside within a 30-mile radius of Easton with a maximum of 60 minutes between the initial call and arrival on-site.

Successful applicants will be eligible for placement at the following levels based on the following experience requirements:

For placement at the Apprentice Locator position (Annual salary of $53,669 or higher depending upon experience and credentials):

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The above job functions would be done under the instruction of the Infrastructure Locator Field Supervisor.

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This is an entry level position for a non-certified infrastructure locator.

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Must have basic computer skills, mechanical aptitude, good verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work well as part of a team as well as independently.

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Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions.

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Must possess the aptitude to learn Maryland’s utility locating legislative laws and best practices.

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Must possess the aptitude to learn utility and roadway construction and GIS mapping systems.

For placement at the Infrastructure Locator I position (Annual salary of $64,402 or higher depending upon experience and credentials):

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In addition to ability to meet educational, physical requirements and perform all job functions listed above:

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Three (3) years of demonstrated locating experience.

For placement at the Infrastructure Locator II position (Annual salary of $77,283 or higher depending upon experience and credentials):

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In addition to ability to meet educational, physical requirements and perform all job functions listed above:

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Six (6) years of demonstrated locating experience.

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