Locator

Position Overview

Faster. Smarter. Safer. This is how Aecon Utilities is committed to delivering projects. We simply do it better. We are Ontario’s premier utility contractor and are ready to become Canada’s #1 utility construction provider.

Reporting to the Locates Supervisor, the Utility and Private Utility Locator will be responsible for performing utility locates for gas, electricity, telecommunications, water and sewers. Please note that this position is unionized, therefore it will be a requirement to join the union upon acceptance.

The areas of service include Ottawa and Cambridge and Kitchener Waterloo.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely locate underground utilities accurately using utility record systems and electronic locating equipment.
• Field mark and document utility locates using locate work management software, and following prescribed documentation procedures.
• Complete locate requests assigned by Foreperson/Coordinator/Superintendent accurately and in a timely manner.
• Understand and utilize infrastructure records in planning/completing utility locates.
• Safely operate a company provided vehicle including planning the travel to/from work sites.
• Work (as assigned) as a member of locate project teams.
• Communicate with Superintendent, Foreman, Coordinator and Client contacts (both internal and external to Aecon) - verbal, email, etc.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Valid Ontario (G) Driver’s License and clean drivers record.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and stay productive under minimal supervision.
• Ability to work long hours when required to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work accurately and problem solve under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work to timelines.
• Ability to interact with customers in a professional manner.
• Strong computer skills – Work management software, Email, MS Excel, MS Word.
• Experience with public locates, private locates, pre-engineering locates and Vital Main Integrity (gas distribution third party observation) considered an asset.
• Prior construction experience is considered an asset.

The expected hourly wage for this position $29-$39/hr as per the current Collective Agreement. Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience and unique skills.