Damage Prevention Technician

1 week ago


Hamilton, Ontario, Canada PVS CONTRACTORS INC. Full time
Have you seen a spray-painted line on the ground and wondered what it was? It's a utility locate. The different colours define underground utilities such as gas lines, water lines and more. It's a critical job that keeps people and communities safe.

If you're looking for a new career, we want to hear from you. No experience is required. We provide the training to ensure that you can get the job done.

Location:
Hamilton and Surrounding Area
Position: Damage Prevention Technician, Full-time, Permanent
Number of positions: Talent pipeline for 2024
Hiring date: April 2024
Schedule: Monday to Friday, Overtime available
Primary Responsibilities


Damage Prevention Technicians locate underground utilities i.e., electrical cables, water lines, sewer lines, steam lines, gas lines, telephone lines, and more, for a prescribed geography.

Using company-provided equipment, Damage Prevention Technician will locate, mark (with spray paint and flags) and record underground utilities. Full training is provided.

Other duties include but are not limited to:

  • Employing a health and safety mindset with customers and communities
  • Consulting with contractors, developers, and builders, regarding locations of underground utilities
  • Preparing reports and documentation verifying marked utilities
  • Safeguarding of company equipment and vehicles.
  • The ability to work independently and manage a workload to meet necessary deadlines
  • Good customer service skills
  • Proficient use of a computer
  • The ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgment as situations dictate
  • The ability to walk long distances and on uneven surfaces, lift and load equipment up to 9kg (20 lbs) in and out of the vehicle multiple times per day, carrying 20lbs of equipment while walking
  • The ability to work in all types of weather
  • The ability to see colours
  • Have a valid 'G' class Driver's License and a clean three (3) year Driver's Abstract as this position includes a company vehicle for business purposes only
  • The ability to work weekends, oncall and overtime as required

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid training
  • Company provided vehicle for business purposes
  • Health, dental and family benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Paid vacation
  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Pension plan, with company contribution
  • PVS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Act, PVS will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform Human Resources staff of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.


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