Utility Locator - Atlanta

eX² is seeking a Utility Locator to join our team. This individual will be skilled in supporting underground facility construction activities with a focus on damage prevention and the protection of multiple utilities' infrastructure.

The position will require the use of various industry tools, standards and methods to respond to dig ticket requests from contractor crews to locate, identify and mark existing client infrastructure and meet compliance with Company, State and Federal processes, procedures, rules and regulations.

Our ideal candidate will be innovative and flexible, yet extremely process-oriented. In return, we offer competitive pay with an excellent benefit package including paid time off, company matching 401(k) plans and medical, dental, vision and life insurance options as well as professional development with career advancement opportunity in an innovative growth industry.

Locates and marks underground facilities using various industry tools, standards and methods, including the use of various locating devices and utility maps

Compares real-world conditions to record documentation to identify errors and omissions

Verifies location of all client facilities within specified dig extents

Examines and investigates all damages with their purview creating all required documentation

Performs all work safely

Watches and protects client facilities within a given area as directed by client

Understands contractor's means and methods for subsurface installations

Job Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Experience

Three to five years utility locating experience required

Experience with the construction and installation of below grade infrastructure

Experience with complex urban underground utility infrastructure

Experience serving as firm-client liaison

Experience reviewing design drawings created by others

Experience in the use and basic maintenance of industry standard locating equipment

Experience using basic communication and technical devices

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong communication and interpersonal skills to support excellent working relations with citizens, company, contractor representatives and customers

Good organizational skills with the ability to handle many varied tasks at once

Knowledge and understanding of safe worksite practices

Physical Requirements

Capable of moving around on construction work sites, public streets and parkways

Capable of lifting up to 75lbs.

Ability to stand, walk, kneel or sit for extended periods of time

Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various measurement, locating and testing instruments

Physical Requirements

Work safely outside in all weather conditions year round

Occasionally work in excavations areas and roadways

Occasionally exposed to wet and / or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles and vibration

The noise level in the work environment is occasionally moderate to loud

Tools and Equipment

Must be capable of operating the following :

Company-provided computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software

Company-provided vehicle

Phone, camera and GPS

Tape measure, wheel, various types of locating equipment, not including locating receiver / transmitter

Language Skills

Communicates effectively in oral and written English technical language, both in interpreting requirements and providing reports and mentoring.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

Tools and Equipment

Must be capable of operating :

Company-provided computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software

Company-provided vehicle

Phone, camera and GPS

Tape measure, wheel, various types of locating equipment, not including locating receiver / transmitter

Disclaimer

Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, and, if requested, reasonable accomodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Job descriptions typically change over time as requirements and employee skill levels change. The employer retains the right to modify or assign other duties to this position.

Vivacity Infrastructure Group is a proud Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

About Vivacity

Vivacity Infrastructure Group designs, develops and deploys comprehensive fiber optic, wireless and related network infrastructure using a variety of unique partnerships and business models designed to meet the strategic needs and economic goals of all project stakeholders. Vivacity has two operating divisions – eX² Technology and Vivacity Networks. Together, we are Transforming America's Infrastructure – One Partnership at a Time. Come join us!

About eX² Technology

eX² is a single source solution for those seeking to build, scale or future proof their communications infrastructure. eX² specializes in fiber design-build-maintain services and network asset commercialization to maximize customer revenue potential and accelerate broadband expansion throughout the nation.

We are comprised of technologists, business experts, engineers, construction professionals, project managers and marketing experts with a broad and diverse collection of disciplines and specialties. We deliver a robust offering of project services that are uniquely tailored to our clients' telecom needs.

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