UTOPIA Fiber

OSP Locate Technician: SouthernArea

General Job Description

This is a skilled position with the responsibility of using mechanical/technical equipment to accurately locate underground facilities, properly marking the location, completing the necessary paperwork and photographing each locate.

Job Type: Full Time

Pay Range/Benefits: Competitive/ Full Benefits Package

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Requires HS Diploma or GED
SELECTION FACTORS:

  • Ability to use company provided locate equipment and technology to accurately locate underground utilities.

  • Ability to read maps and blueprints

  • Experience with various brands of locating equipment

  • Interpret job order tickers

  • Determine efficient route to each locate in rural and urban areas

  • Must be able to operate a computer to document and close tickets

  • Ability to work alone and independently

  • Working knowledge and experience with underground construction and fiber builds

  • Knowledge of City, County and State clearance codes

  • Customer service skills

  • Effective communication both verbally and written

  • Strong public relations and interpersonal skills and ability to exercise independent judgment and personal initiative in decision making

  • Ability to work with speed and accuracy to meet deadlines

  • Perform other work related to duties

SCREENING:

  • Based on the meeting the minimum requirements and job-related experience, skills, knowledge and education

  • Criminal background checks are conducted on all UTOPIA positions; non-disclosure may result in dismissal

  • Valid, lawful driver’s license is required at time of appointment

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS:

  • Must be able to lift 60 pounds

  • Ability to remove and replace manhole lids

  • Willing to work in outdoor conditions in all types of weather

  • Some travel required to network locations/customer sites

  • Ability to stand and walk for periods of time up to and exceeding 60 minutes

  • Participate in an on-call rotating schedule to provide critical support during off-hours

  • Overtime as required

PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING:

  • Prior to appointment, applicant will be required to successfully pass a drug screening and background investigation.

Please apply at www.utopiafiber.com/careers/