Utility Line Locator (UN204)
Black Hills Energy
- Manchester, IA
- $19.18-20.40 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Drive company vehicle to job sites in response to routine ticket requests, emergencies, and relocates. Operate company vehicle in a safe manner and maintain a professional appearance.
- Act as the liaison, effectively communicating with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities.
- Interpret job order tickets, email requests, phone calls, blueprints and maps to efficiently route and perform duties.
- Utilize the provided utility maps/prints and other location information, along with locating equipment, to locate underground gas and/or electric utility lines.
- Identify utility locations through the utilization of paint, flags, matchsticks, and communicate relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities.
- Provide accurate documentation and/or sketches related to all locates completed. Use computer or other devices to document and close out job orders.
- Performs gas meter turn-offs at customer's premises according to Company policies and procedures
- Reads gas meters at customer's premises using existing technology. Verifies identification numbers and records readings to assure accurate billing and records are maintained.
- Perform all work in a timely, professional, and efficient manner. Escalate investigation or higher-level issues to Manager.
- Perform light excavation with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.
- Assist gas crews on installation of gas mains and other gas operations
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Six (6) months customer service (examples include: call center, restaurants, retail) experience
- DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Valid State driver's license, including a DMV record that is deemed acceptable by the company. Upon Hire
- Able to self-manage and communicate with supervisors and clients in a timely manner.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to working safely.
- Must possess excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Strong planning and organizational skills are essential.