Damage Prevention Specialist - Utility Locate (Greenville)

Join OneVision as an Underground Utility Locate Technician and play an important role in keeping communities safe and preventing damage to underground infrastructure and utilities.

Qualified Technicians must reside in the Greenville, SC area

Position Highlights

• Full-Time | Monday–Friday

• $18+/hour, based on experience

• Automatic $0.50/hour increase after 60 days | Additional $0.50/hour increase after 180 days

• Weekly Pay

• Company Vehicle

• Paid Training

• Wages On-Demand – Access Earned Pay Daily

• Full benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

• Paid Vacation & Holidays

• Opportunities for Overtime!

• And many other benefits!

Job Description

As an Underground Utility Locate Technician, you'll help protect critical infrastructure by identifying and marking underground utility lines before excavation begins. Using computer based utility maps, specialized locating equipment, and your problem solving skills, you'll locate utilities such as gas, electric, telecommunications, and other underground lines.

This is an active, hands-on position that combines technology, field work, problem-solving, and independence. If you enjoy working outdoors and don't want to spend your workday behind a desk, this could be a great opportunity for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Travel to assigned job sites to respond to routine utility locate requests, relocates, and emergency requests
• Use mapping technology, utility records, and specialized locating equipment to identify underground utilities
• Locate and mark underground electric, gas, telephone, telecommunications, and other utility lines
• Clearly mark utility locations using paint, flags, and other approved methods.
• Communicate utility locations and relevant information to excavators, contractors, and other appropriate personnel
• Follow company safety procedures and industry standards while working in the field
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of completed locate requests
• Participate in after hours on call rotation schedule when applicable
• Drive a company vehicle to and from assigned work locations
• All other duties assigned by manager

Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude

• Positive, professional attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to use a computer, smartphone, and other technology
• Valid driver's license in the applicable state of employment
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned work throughout the day
• Willingness to work overtime and occasional weekends when business needs require it

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday Full Time with the possibility of weekend work when duties cannot be performed within a normal work schedule.

Physical Requirements

• Drive approximately 50-200+ miles per day, depending on your assigned territory
• Walk approximately 4-6 miles per day over a variety of terrain
• Spend extended periods sitting while driving between job site
• Work outdoors in hot, cold, rainy, and other weather conditions
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Work around construction sites and other active field environments

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sparus Holdings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

EEO Statement

Sparus Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

Reasonable Accommodation Requests

Sparus Holdings is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

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Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision

Sparus Holdings will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.