STRATA Networks is currently accepting applications for an Underground Utility Locator Technician. The Locator Technician will be responsible for identifying and marking buried fiber optic, phone and CATV cable by referencing utility prints and using specific locating equipment. Technician must be flexible to work in all types of terrain and weather conditions, able to succeed under stressful situations, and always conduct themselves in a professional manner. The candidate must also be motivated to work independently and demonstrate good time management skills to plan and accomplish the assigned workload as required.

Duties and responsibilities

• Read and understand utility maps, prints, and aerial imagery to assist in identification of underground assets
• Prioritize work activities by reviewing all locate requests to determine travel routes and timelines
• Operate handheld detection equipment
• Mark the location of underground fiber, phone, and CATV assets on roadways, private property, and other locations, as appropriate and needed, using required spray paints, flags, and other equipment
• Ability to work in confined space
• Knowledge of Utah state laws
• Knowledge of APWA uniform color code and marking guidelines
• Accurately and consistently wear safety gear, and operate safety equipment, provided
• Daily contact with supervisor, crews, homeowners, and contractors discussing locate issues
• Work on-call hours
• Perform outside plant route maintenance activities, which include digging holes for posts, running ground wires, placing ground rods, and removing and replacing marker signs.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and will assist construction crews during downtime, primarily with the construction of telecommunications and a Fiber-to-the-Premise Network Installation.

Qualifications include:

• Must have a valid driver's license, drive extensively
• Must have solid verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work professionally in a diverse and stressful environment
• Complete and document work activities using a laptop computer and transmit completed tickets on a timely basis to the company's ticket management system
• Good communication skills with managers, contractors, utility representatives, and homeowners.

Working conditions:

• Ability to work in all types of terrain and hazards (grass, gravel, ditches, etc.), all types of environments (construction sites, highways, industrial, private property, etc.), and all types of weather conditions.

Drug testing and background checks will be required.