Utility Locators - Ajax, Canada - Promark-Telecon

Promark-Telecon

Verified Company

Ajax, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Job Location:

Ajax, Whitby

State/Province:

Ontario

Telecon Inc., Canada's largest telecommunications network infrastructure services provider is seeking energetic, career-minded individuals looking to take on the position of Utility Locator.

This unique and exciting opportunity allows you the benefits of working outside and independently while building a long-term career.

The company will provide full in-class and on-site training to ensure you have all the necessary skills required to excel in this position.

With this position you will receive:
a comprehensive benefits and pension plan, a company provided vehicle and gas card, a company provided laptop and cell phone and opportunities for career growth

_ We are currently hiring Utility Locators for the GTA East region. The training class for this position will be starting in March._

ROLE
The Utility Locator plays an integral role in marking underground utilities and meeting our high-quality standards. They will conduct locating services for residential and commercial customers within a specified geographical area.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Utility Locator is at all times responsible for ensuring the Health & Safety of themselves and customers.
Responsible for conducting locate requests/tickets as required in a timely manner
Review & verify utility owned infrastructure records regarding excavation locations, and construction plans to determine the location of the infrastructure
Operate various electromagnetic induction locating equipment including receiver and transmitters designed to assist in the locating and verifying of underground utilities
Mark lines using coloured flags and/or paint that are specified for each utility
Consult with contractors, developers, builders, local authorities, and construction companies regarding locations of underground utilities
Responsible for conducting locates for emergencies, priorities, and standard requests within the specified time frame
Prepare various reports and documentation verifying marked utilities
Maintain company inventory and safe storage of equipment within Company vehicle
Complete all locates to Promark-Telecon standards and schedules
Other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS

Valid G class driver's license with clean driver's abstract
Ability to work outdoors and independently throughout the year
Previous experience in locating, construction, landscaping, or surveying utilities is an asset
Telecommunications experience with AutoCAD, GIS, and other utility design and drafting software is an asset
Confined Space Entry training an asset
High school diploma or equivalent experience
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent problemsolving skills and customer service skills with the ability to interact with clients, colleagues, and the public
Selfstarter with an ability to perform well under pressure and with mínimal supervision
Intermediate computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams)
Ability to distinguish colours for marked utilities

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Travel is required as projects will be located throughout geographic region (Company vehicle and gas card will be provided). This is a unionized position. Satisfactorily complete background check prior to employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must be able to perform the physical demands of the position's work tasks.

This includes but not limited to, movement of equipment and/or materials; ability to carry equipment (transmitter and receiver) up to 20 lbs.

and the ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.

**ABOUT TELECON GROUP