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We are currently offering a $1,000 sign-on bonus for all new, full time employees ($500 after 3 months, $500 after 6 months) Overview: The utility locator will be responsible for driving to various sites to mark equipment for crews and assist the bore crew for all utilities.
This position will need the ability to drive and experience with the utility color code system.
Under the direction of a company supervisor, performs work that involves visual inspection of predefined construction areas and reading and interpretation of utility maps to determine the presence of underground utilities, while using special electronic equipment to actually detect and locate said utilities.
The utilities may include (but not be limited to) gas, electric, cable TV, telecommunications, sanitary sewer, water lines, street lighting and other facilities within the predefined construction area.
Responsibilities: Use lap-top computer or other devices to receive, document and close out excavation notices, both during normal hours and after hours.
Read and interpret utility maps / prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities.
Use assigned communication equipment to effectively communicate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities.
Operate different electronic detection equipment, to locate and mark under-ground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
Perform light excavation with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.
Provide accurate documentation and or sketches related to all locates completed.
Receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements.
Operate company vehicles in a safe manner and maintain a professional appearance
Be able to perform manhole entry using assigned equipment and safety devices
Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after hours.
The employee shall follow all safety rules at all times.
The employee shall not engage in unsafe acts.
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Qualifications: High School Diploma, or GED.
Valid State driver's license, including an MVR record that is deemed acceptable by the company.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check Upon employment, will be subject to random drug testing in compliance with federal, state and company guidelines.
Proficient in the use of hand tools and equipment.
(shovels, screw drivers, wrenches, and ped keys etc.)
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Company: Tjader and Highstrom was founded in 1945 and has evolved into a highly competitive underground utility construction firm and is located in New Richmond, Wisconsin.
Benefits Include: Competitive Pay Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching Stock Purchase Plan Short & Long Term Disability Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Holidays and Vacation (PTO)
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Applicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required.
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Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status.
The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Please visit the following URL to view the EEO is the Law poster and the Supplement.
(https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm)
The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.