Locator
Company: Cable Protection Services, Inc
Location: Fredericksburg
Posted on: April 20, 2025
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Job Description:
A utility locator is a person or company specializing in
identifying and marking the location of underground utilities (like
pipes and cables) before construction or excavation work begins,
using specialized equipment and techniques to ensure safety and
prevent damage. Utility locators play a crucial role in preventing
accidents and damage to underground infrastructure during
construction projects.
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this
role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before
applying if required.
How they work: They use specialized equipment like
ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and electromagnetic (EM) locators to
detect and map the location, depth, and direction of buried
utilities. They may also use tracer wires or transmitter/receiver
systems to locate and trace utilities. Once the utilities are
located, they mark the area with flags, paint, or other visual
markers to indicate their location and electronically document.
Why they are important: Damage to underground utilities can cause
serious accidents, injuries, and property damage, as well as costly
repairs and disruptions to essential services. Utility locators are
often contracted by One-Call/811 centers to provide locating
services for excavation projects and must adhere to the guidelines
of 811 ONE CALL systems and any state regulated requirements
Types of utilities located: Water and irrigation pipes, Gas and oil
lines, Electrical power lines, Communication lines, Sewers and
drainage
Requirements:
Valid Driver's License: A valid driver's license is typically
required to operate company vehicles.
Safe Driving Record: A clean driving record is often a
requirement.
Ability to Work Outdoors: Utility locating work is often done
outdoors in various weather conditions.
Computer Proficiency: Some positions may require basic computer
skills.
Ability to Distinguish Colors: Being able to distinguish between
colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities is
important.
Ability to Lift and Move Equipment: Utility locators may need to
lift and move equipment up to 50 pounds or more.
Routinely: work alone in remote locations with arms above shoulder
level, operate vehicle, squeeze, fine hand motion, bend, stoop,
stand, walk, lift up to 55 pounds, use keyboard and mouse and carry
3-15 lb electronic locating equipment for extended periods of time,
perform work in all weather conditions, operate a company vehicle
in safe manner, work overtime, possible travel, and perform
on-call/after hours responsibilities on a rotating schedule
Benefits
Paid Training Program
Paid Travel Expenses
Company "take home" Vehicle and fuel card
Uniform attire and safety equipment
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Insurance (including medical, prescription, dental, vision,
disability, life insurance)
401(k) w/ Company Match
Quarterly, Anniversary, Birthday, Christmas Bonus
Cellular discounts
Company phone or "Bring your own Phone program"
Ability to Pass a Drug Screen: Many companies require applicants to
pass a pre-employment drug screen.
For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website
below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept
applications through our website.
https://cableps2.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1476605-548270.html
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