SUMMARY:

Responsible for locating buried utility lines using vacuum excavation. Responsible for designating underground utilities using a suite of geophysical equipment (RD, Metrotech, GPR, etc.) Accurately interprets subsurface/surface utility information while in the field. Adheres to all safety guidelines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for leading Vacuum Excavation crews and training new employees on Test Hole procedures.
• Insures the safety of all Vacuum Excavation crew members, clients, and the public.
• Performs utility designating and may lead designating crews.
• Good knowledge of utility line designation equipment including, but not limited to: Metrotech, RD, GPR, etc.
• Selects and applies the appropriate designating equipment per project requirements.
• Comprehends and interprets utility as-built drawings and highway design plans.
• Performs basic problem solving for locating underground utilities.
• Coordinates survey activities in connection with SUE work.
• Able to accurately complete a designating field sketch and shot count sheet.
• Safe operation of company vehicle.
• Maintains SUE equipment.
• May travel out of town.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Expert understanding of traffic control.
• Maintains a professional image.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

High School Degree/GED required. 2+ years in utility designation and location is preferred. Valid Driver's license is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and comprehend instructions, written and verbal correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Must have the ability to walk 2-10 miles per day while carrying supplies and equipment. Ability to clear a line with a machete, brush-ax, or chain saw.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. It will require to work in extreme heat, cold, humid, and rainy weather conditions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.