Groundwork Specialist

Job Description:

The Underground Utility Technician position is a great opportunity to contribute to the successful completion of high-profile projects in the Washington DC Metro area. Insight LLC provides a full range of utility services in support of commercial construction projects.

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and goal-focused individual to join our team. As an Underground Utility Technician, you will play a crucial role in locating underground utilities using air vacuum excavation.

Responsibilities:

• Properly operate and maintain vacuum truck, air compressor, and heavy power tools
• Locate underground utilities using air vacuum excavation
• Document utility found, indicating depth, material, and condition
• Perform a proper pre-trip and post-trip inspection daily
• Professionally represent and communicate on behalf of the company and crew when encountering customers or residents in the field

Requirements:

• Ability to drive a manual transmission medium-duty truck
• Ability to obtain and pass a DOT physical and drug test
• Ability to pass a background check
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Ability to read a map/follow GPS
• Ability to wear PPE for extended periods
• Proficiency in operating hand tools and power tools
• Experience with utility locating and construction site work
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Have and maintain a good driving record
• Willing to work nights, overtime, or out-of-town, if needed
• Commitment to perform duties safely and in the manner instructed by superiors

Estimated Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k matching, training, paid time off and paid holidays, opportunity for advancement

Physical Demands:

• Standing and/or walking for extended periods
• Bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting
• Working outdoors
• Carrying 3-5 lb. electronic locating equipment for extended periods
• Regular use of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and tools
• Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information
• Lifting up to 50 pounds (frequently)
• Lifting up to 100 pounds (occasionally)
• Sitting (occasionally)
• Climbing stairs (occasionally)
• Running (rarely)

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position as defined by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Safety-sensitive jobs are ones where impaired performance, for whatever reason, could result in a significant incident affecting the health or safety of employees, customers, customers' employees, the public, property, or the environment.