Utility Locator Team Lead

Location

Walnut Creek, CA | United States

Job description

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on  Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives .

Senior Positions working primarily outside as part of a small team or crew. Chance to learn underground utility location as it pertains to the design of new roads, buildings, and utility master plans. Learn the mitigation of risk associated with the damage to underground utilities during construction from faulty design due to incomplete existing condition information. This opportunity provides the chance to work on GIS grade maps for cities, counties, and private institutions. All tools and equipment are provided along with a company vehicle. Primarily travel around the southeast with opportunities to travel to other NV5 offices in California, Oregon, Texas, Colorado, and Florida. The NV5 Utility Services Department would like to promote from within and will train the proper applicant.

• Seeking a full-time Utility Services Analyst III. This individual will help manage utility services projects while in the field. The most frequent and essential work activities include:
• Oversee staff and resources in the field.
• Provide quality assurance and quality control on utility services technicians’ work.
• Assist and implement quality assurance and quality control policies and training at all levels.
• Monitor multiple projects at a time.
• Designate all sub surface utilities utilizing GPR (Ground Penetrating Radar) and sonde equipment.
• Visit project sites to identify and verify existing utilities.
• Being able to pair count and positively identify utility owners and cable sizes.
• Assist with operation and maintenance of vacuum excavation truck.
• Be knowledgeable of the quality levels of SUE and how to differentiate between each one.
• Read, comprehend, and interpret utility records.
• Communicate appropriately with CALYX NV5 staff and onsite clients.
• Maintain updated working knowledge of new technologies and techniques.
• Direct and maintain company resources including but not limited to tools, disposable products, monitoring equipment condition and calibration.
• Assist Group Manager with weekly administrative items including but not limited to hours, mileage, expense reports, and project scheduling.
• Provide training and reinforcement of standards for field staff.
• Be able to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Enforce company policies with respect to safety, protocol and procedure in the field.
• Market all CALYX NV5 services to clients.
• Be involved in professional and civic organizations.
• Assist with CAD Mapping as needed (AutoCAD, Microstation).

Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree preferred
  
• 10+ years of utility designation experience
  
• 10+ years of field management experience
  
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid driver’s license prior to employment
  
• Ability to travel (up to 60% of the time)
  
• Microsoft Excel experience – can learn and understand new software
  
• AutoCAD experience
  
• Microstation experience
  
• Familiarity with iPad or tablet, a plus
  
• UTA Certified Professional certification preferred
  
• OSHA 30 certification preferred
  
• The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and when feasible (without undue hardship to the organization), reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
  
  • This position will be subject to outside environmental conditions, including weather conditions such as wet and /or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments.
    
  • Work will primarily be in the field involving long term standing and frequent walking as well as include common hazards at construction and project sites.
    
  • Must be able to carry, lift and push/pull up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
    
  • Must be able to walk over rough and uneven terrain and be able to stand up to 10-12 hours a day on occasion.
    
  • Must have the ability to see, smell, hear, talk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel and twist, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, sit, stand, and walk.
    
  • Weekend and overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required.
    
  • Additional physical duties may be required as necessary.

The pay range for this California position is $125,000.00- $145,000.00 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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