Private Utility Locator

6 months ago


Greater Toronto Area, Canada True North Locates Full time

**Why work for True North Locates?**

True North Locates is a small and dynamic private utility locator. We were founded in 2017 and being part of a small team means you will have exposure to several aspects of our business including locates, reporting, and business development. Joining us at this stage also means you will have an impact on the company culture and the growth of our business.

We are looking for a **Private Utility Locator** to join our growing team. In this role, your key responsibilities encompass a range of critical tasks aimed at ensuring the safety and accuracy of locating underground utilities.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**:

- Mark and document public and private utilities and excavation areas accurately and according to company and client specifications on the ground’s surface using colour-code flags, paint, or other standardized markings. Ensure that the markings are clear and comply with industry standards to guide construction or excavation activities.
- Determine the depth, alignment, and type of utilities, including water, sewer, gas, electric, telecommunications, and others, using various tools and equipment.
- Use various tools and equipment, such as electromagnetic locators, ground-penetrating radar, and utility maps to accurately identify the location of underground utilities.
- Trace underground utilities on engineering drawings.
- Complete Utility Locate Report sheets and other paperwork, as required.
- Keep accurate notes and prepare various reports and documentation verifying marked utilities.
- Review data regarding excavation locations, construction prints and plans.
- Participate in project meetings and health and safety inspections.
- Maintain flexibility and adaptability to scheduling changes and occasional overtime or evening work.
- Travel between worksites within Ontario, as required.
- Consistently maintain professionalism while working with colleagues and clients.
- Conduct project administration tasks, including timesheet generation.
- Uphold a safe work environment by strictly adhering to safety policies and work procedures.
- Participate in training, as required.
- Other duties as assigned.

**ROLE REQUIREMENTS / ABILITIES**

**Experience / Education**
- 3 years’ experience in a similar role with experience with private locates.
- Ontario Regional Common Ground Alliance (ORCGA) certificate is an asset.

**Skills & Abilities**
- Comfortable working in the field year-round in all weather conditions.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated with ability to plan and execute tasks with mínimal supervision.
- Ability to read and interpret GIS Maps, engineering drawings, construction prints and plans.
- Ability to complete hand drawn reports with provided paperwork.
- Strong attention to detail, highly organized.
- Proficient in use of Adobe Acrobat.
- Knowledge of health and safety procedures/legislation per Ministry of Labour and Occupational Health & Safety Act.
- A commitment to health and safety excellence.
- Be willing to obtain and wear CSA approved steel toe safety boots.
- Ability to stand and walk for long periods and carry up to 35 lbs.
- Willingness to work overtime work, as required.
- Must have a valid Class “G” driver’s license and a clean driving record, and be willing to travel throughout Ontario.
- Able to legally work in Canada
- If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. True North Locates will work with you in an effort to ensure that you are able to fully participate in the recruitment process_.

Pay: $30.00 per hour

**Experience**:

- private locates: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: On the road


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