Utility Jr. Crew Chief

The Junior Crew Chief directs and participates in the work activities of personnel performing equipment operations, technical skills, and manual labor while controlling those tasks. This position will be responsible for identifying utility pathways, cables, pipes, and other conduits that carry utilities underground. This position protects underground utilities from damage during mapping.

• Responsible for accuracy, completeness, and integrity of all fieldwork data obtained for a particular project under his/her direction and as dictated by the scope of work and or verbal details discussed with managers.
• Responsible for the correct, safe, and efficient locating of underground utilities, including fiber optic cable, telecommunications, electric power, gas, water, and sewer systems.
• Inspects all work being performed by subordinates to ensure compliance with department standards and policies.

• Designate underground utilities using ground-penetrating radar, Electronic, and other locating devices.
• Drives, operates, and helps maintain vacuum excavation vehicles to provide vertical location and disposition of underground utilities.

• Maintain all equipment by performing minor repairs or notifying the Field Manager of major repairs or replacements.

• Responsible for security, maintenance, and availability of all field equipment/safety supplies assigned to the field team.
• Notify the appropriate manager of any unforeseen delays due to weather, travel time, or equipment failure.

• Mark said utilities with flags and/or paint and produce a sketch of results for future use by the client.
• Record and document the underground utility field data following Drafting and CAD standard formats.
• Dig potholes as directed by the job plan, including windows when crossing utilities.
• Read maps and blueprints to determine where utilities are located.
• May assist as Crew Chief on Survey projects as needed.
• Responsible for care and maintenance of locating equipment.
• Coordinate and perform limited survey work in relation to SUE.
• When locating activity is slow, this individual will assist in mapping, record keeping and information gathering, and research for SSMC.

• Reports any accidents, be it personal, employee, or equipment-related, to the appropriate manager. If work-related, a notice of injury report must be completed.
• Responsible for ensuring that all projects comply with company and industry standards.

• Strive to maintain the highest level of safety while in the field and encourage your team members to do the same.
• Attend and participate in scheduled meetings.
• Will monitor and respond to company emails to include time entry, etc. through computer or cell phone.
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment Required: (i.e., Safety Boots).
• Requires a valid driver’s license and must maintain eligibility to drive as per the Company Vehicle Policy.
• Continually strive to maintain technical knowledge of industry standards.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by management.