Utility Locator - Gas Distribution

About the DDS Companies: The DDS Companies is a reputable and dynamic organization that specializes in providing comprehensive infrastructure construction and engineering solutions. With a commitment to excellence, safety, and customer satisfaction, we consistently deliver successful projects across various industries. Our team of dedicated professionals thrives on innovation and collaboration, ensuring that we exceed client expectations at every stage. Join us and be part of a company that values integrity, teamwork, and continuous growth.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
• 401K with match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• HSA and/or FSA Accounts
• Comprehensive Training Programs

Utility Locator Pay Range: $25-$30/hr subject to Prevailing Wage

The DDS Companies is seeking an experienced Utility locator for its rapidly growing gas distribution division in the Capital Region of NY (office located in Duanesburg, NY). In this fast-paced, field-based role you will be responsible for locating and marking underground utility services including gas, electric, water, and telecommunications so that our crews may safely complete their excavations and gas service installations.

Key Responsibilities

• Uses utility maps, engineered drawings, Docuware information, and various pipe and electronic locating equipment
• Utilizes stakes, flags, and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities
• Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved
• Investigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities

Skills and Experience

Required

• Knowledge of utility locating practices and procedures
• Read and interpret utility maps and engineered drawings
• Materials, equipment, rules, regulations, and ordinances governing the installation, repair, and maintenance of underground utilities

Preferred

• City-required safety procedures
• Applicable State and local vehicle ordinances
• High school diploma

DDS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.