Damage Prevention Technician - Edmonton, Canada - PVS CONTRACTORS INC.

PVS CONTRACTORS INC.

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Make Your Mark in Alberta
Have you seen a spray painted line on the ground and wondered what it was? It's a utility locate. The different colours define underground utilities such as gas lines, waterlines and more. It's a critical job that keeps people and communities safe.

If you're looking for a new career, we want to hear from you. No experience required. We provide the training to ensure that you can get the job done.

Location:
Edmonton and Surrounding Area

Position:
Utility Locator, Full-time, Permanent

Number of positions: 10 (ten) positions available

Hiring date:
End of February 2024

Schedule:
Monday through Friday availability, overtime availability, and compensated on-call hours.

Primary Responsibilities
The Utility Locator's role is pivotal in marking underground utilities while upholding rigorous quality standards.

Responsibilities encompass providing locating services for residential and commercial customers i.e., Locating high-voltage electrical cables, water lines, sewer lines, steam lines, gas lines, telephone lines, and more, for a prescribed geography.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a company-matched RRSP, a company-provided vehicle, along with a laptop and cell phone.

Opportunities for career advancement are also available.

The hourly wage for this position is now $22.00 with potential for increases and overtime available.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Pay
Paid training
Company provided vehicle for business purposes
Health, dental and family benefits
Life insurance
Paid vacation
Casual dress
Company events
Pension plan, with company match

The training class for this opportunity is scheduled to commence
February 28th, 2024.

Other duties include but are not limited to:

Researching and analyzing data related to excavation locations, construction prints, and plans to determine the actual lines of requested utilities
Operating various electronic devices like cell phone, computer systems, apps, including a receiver and transmitter designed to facilitate the locating and verification of underground utilities such as gas, phone, and fiber optic cables.
Marking utility lines using spray paint or colored flags
Completing locates according to highquality standards and schedules
Employing a health and safety mindset with customers and communities
Consulting with contractors, developers, builders, regarding locations of underground utilities
Preparing reports and documentation verifying marked utilities
Safeguarding of company equipment and vehicle.
Have a valid '5' class Driver's License
Have a clean three (3) year Driver's Abstract as this position includes a company vehicle for business purposes only
Capability to work independently outdoors in various weather conditions.
The ability to distinguish colors for marking utilities.
The ability to work independently and manage a workload to meet necessary deadlines
The ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgment as situations dictate
The ability to physically walk in and out of ditches, on uneven surfaces, lifting and loading equipment up to 9kg (20 lbs) in and out of the vehicle several times per day, carry/swing 20lbs of equipment while walking
Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Customer service skills, with the ability to interact effectively with clients, colleagues, and the public.
Intermediate computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Previous experience in locating utilities is advantageous.
Prior background in construction/landscaping/surveying is a plus.
Familiarity with reading blueprints is beneficial.
Confined Space Entry training is an asset.

PVS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

In accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Act, PVS will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

Salary:
From $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits: