Utility Locator/Designator

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
San Diego, CA
Category Engineering
Job Description
Utility Designator's primary role is to designate utilities according to ASCE 38-22 standards as safe, efficiently, and at the highest level of quality to ensure outstanding Client Experience and Operational Excellence. Responsible for designating and documenting overhead and underground utilities on a given project, utilizing geophysical equipment to locate underground utilities, and completing detailed field investigation.

Requirements

  • Accurately designate overhead and underground utilities according to ASCE 38-22 standards.
  • Utilize geophysical equipment to locate underground utilities.
  • Complete detailed field Investigation.
  • Consult on schedule planning for field operations.
  • Day to day problem solving.
  • Review of record information prior to and during field investigation.
  • Work with drafting staff to ensure completeness of data transfer.
  • Assist Sr Utility Designator, Operations Specialist, and SUM Field Operations Manager on quality assurance reviews.
  • Proficient knowledge of geophysical locating technology.
  • Electro Magnetic (EM)
  • Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
  • Acoustic Pipe Locator (APL)
  • CCTV Sewer Camera
  • Coordinate with clients, utility stakeholders, property stakeholders, etc.
  • Lead operations in the field for McCarthy SUM projects.
  • Coordinate & manage subcontracted vendors of traffic control, hydro-excavation, saw cutting, etc.
  • Responsible for quality assurance of utilities designated in the field.
  • Investigation Documentation
  • Responsible for quality assurance for the completeness of the collection of public and private stakeholder source documents.
  • Record utilities & structures designated in the field utilizing electronic devices.
  • Complete accurate field reports at the time of investigation.
  • Ensure quality pictures are attached to the correct structures and reports.
  • Quality assurance of field notes & reports daily.
  • Data Collection
  • Coordinate, perform, and/or oversee data collection.
  • Establishing and maintaining control around site for use during data collection.
  • Coordinate with the Center of Excellence for tying in new control with existing site control.
  • Utilize a total station & GPS to collect utility linework and associated planimetric features.
  • Equipment
  • Ensure equipment is utilized the way that it is designed to be used and remain in service in accordance with manufacturer life expectancy.
  • Ensure equipment is properly stored, cleaned, maintained, and calibrated according to manufacturer maintenance & calibration schedules.
  • Ensure physical security of all equipment.
  • Maintain company vehicles according to manufacturer & fleet service maintenance schedules.
  • Operate company vehicle in compliance with DOT and McCarthy regulations.
  • Safety
  • Promote an “All In” value with a focus on safety.
  • Align with McCarthy Safety Policies and Procedures manual.
  • Follow project specific safety requirements.
  • Assist in developing site-specific safety plans.
  • Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed by McCarthy personnel and subcontractors.
  • Operate vehicles in accordance with McCarthy Vehicle Safety Guidelines.

Benefits

  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • 401k Matching
  • Retirement Plan
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
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