Damage Prevention Technician

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: Toronto 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.

Successful candidates will have the following requirements:

• 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 see colours
• The ability to work in all types of weather
• 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, on-call and overtime as required

Candidates will be required to approve a basic criminal background check and provide up to three references at the time of the interview.

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

If you are looking to start a new career, apply now to get started!

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.