Line Locator 1

at Summit Utilities/AOG in LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, United States

Job Description

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence, diversity and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting opportunity open for a Line Locator based in Little Rock, AR.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Line Locator is responsible for identifying, mapping out, locating, and marking underground facilities using sophisticated mapping programs, electronic detection equipment, and utility maps in communication with contractors. In addition, they will coordinate and provide assistance in assessing locations for a need to repair, modify, and expand complying with industry standards, policies, guidelines, and procedures.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Locates and marks underground distribution system for contractors and others performing excavation work using appropriate locating equipment.
• Perform locates and mark facilities, using mechanical locate devices or drawings.

• Drives vehicle to excavation sites and is responsible for related safety equipment and supplies utilized in work activity.
• Work with outside and internal contractors and internal personnel to reduce facility damage.
• Develop relationships and educate 3rd party contractors on safe digging practices.

• Informs supervisor of construction projects in district of damage and/or potential danger to the distribution system

• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• A minimum of three years’ experience in field operations.
• Valid Driver’s License
• Must be able to work safely outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions 

Preferred:

• Gas distribution system experience
• Safe and accurate operation of tools and equipment
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, field sketches and maps
• Knowledge of construction practices
• Able to use personal computer software proficiently, such as Word, Excel and/or electronic mail 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES - 

• Learn to use a Personal Computer, SAP, and Mobile Data

• Demonstrate an aptitude for basic mechanical tasks.

• Respond
  
  
  
  Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
  
  

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