Utility Locators (Full Training Provided)

The Utility Locator plays an integral role in marking underground utilities and meeting our high-quality standards. They will conduct locating services for residential and commercial customers within a specified geographical area.

With this position you will receive: a comprehensive benefits and company match RRSP, a company provided vehicle, a company provided laptop and cell phone and opportunities for career growth!

The training for this position will involve a combination of online training (via Microsoft Teams) and some in-field training with an experienced team member.

The starting wage for this position is $20.00/hour, however there is opportunity to earn more per hour once the Locator becomes more experienced and proficient with their work and assigned piece rate work.

The training class for this opportunity will start around February 12th, 2024.

YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

• Conduct utility locates as required
• Conduct research or analyze data regarding excavation locations, construction prints and plans to determine actual lines of requested utilities
• Operate various electronic devices including use of a receiver and transmitter designed to assist in the locating and verifying of underground utilities including gas, phone and fiber optic cables
• Mark utility lines using spray paint or coloured flags
• Prepares various reports and documentation verifying marked utilities using different software on a laptop
• Complete locates to Promark-Telecon standards and schedules as required

THIS ROLE IS FOR YOU IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and able to provide a good driver’s abstract
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and independently
• Previous experience locating utilities an asset
• Previous construction/landscaping/surveying experience an asset
• Previous experience reading blueprints an asset
• Confined Space Entry training an asset
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent problem-solving skills and customer service skills with the ability to interact with clients, colleagues and the public
• Intermediate computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Ability to distinguish colours for marked utilities

IS THIS YOU? WE LOOK FORWARD TO RECEIVING YOUR APPLICATION!

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AT TELECON, WHEN WE TALK ABOUT BENEFITS, WE GOT YOU COVERED.

What we have to offer:

• Company vehicle provided with this position
• Industry-leading healthcare – possibility of Dental plan with employee participation
• RRSP program with matching company contribution
• Employee assistance program – if you are feeling stressed, having sleep problems, or worrying about your budget you can have help anytime, anywhere and it is all confidential
• Employee perks such as discounts from suppliers on various products and services such as insurance, wireless bundles, movie tickets, travel, software, books, and much more

Here are the extras that make the difference:

• A dynamic work environment where you can develop your potential – Training provided for technical positions
• Health & Safety first: this is our number one priority
• Telecon values different views and new ideas. Telecon is committed to providing a fair, inclusive, equitable, accessible, and respectful workplace to all independent of age, gender, race, beliefs, or background.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities, we will be glad to provide accommodations upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

WELCOME TO TELECON

From a regional telecom network builder in 1967 in Quebec (Canada), Telecon has grown into a world-class industry-leading telecom network design, infrastructure and connectivity services provider. We deliver diversified and scalable best-in-class, cost-effective and time-saving services and turnkey solutions to North American telecom operators and businesses. Our highly skilled team is firmly committed to supporting our customers in propelling tomorrow’s connectivity in our communities, businesses and homes.

For more information on Telecon, visit http://www.telecon.com/or follow us:

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Company car
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• RRSP match
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Overtime pay

Application question(s):

• Able to walk/stand for long-periods throughout the day and carry up to 20 lbs.?

Experience:

• Intermediate computer skills: 1 year (preferred)
• working independently outdoors in various weather conditions: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Class 5 license and a clean driver's abstract (required)

Work Location: On the road