BKF Engineers
Base pay range: $59,000.00/yr – $125,000.00/yr
About the Role BKF Engineers is seeking a Utility Locator for our Northern California team. In this role you will identify and mark underground utilities at construction sites using electronic equipment and utility maps. You will work under the direction of a supervisor to detect utilities such as gas, electric, water, sewer, telecom, and more, supporting project planning and preventing damage during construction activities.
Responsibilities
Use lap top computer or other devices to receive, document and close out excavation notices, both during normal hours and after hours.
Read and interpret utility maps or prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities.
Use assigned communication equipment to effectively communicate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities.
Operate different electronic detection equipment, to locate and mark under‑ground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
Perform light excavation with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.
Provide accurate documentation and or sketches related to all locates completed.
Receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements.
Be able to perform manhole entry using assigned equipment and safety devices.
Operate company vehicle in a safe manner, and maintain professional appearance.
Requirements
High School Diploma, or GED
Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record (MVR must be acceptable to BKF)
Experience with utility location and underground utility systems
Strong attention to detail and commitment to following safety protocols in field environments
Clear and professional communication skills, with a focus on accurate and thorough documentation
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain, during normal and after hours
Willingness to undergo random drug testing in compliance with federal, state, and company guidelines
Physical Demands
Regularly be required to stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, crouch, and kneel for extended periods
Frequently be required to use hands and arms to operate locating equipment, tools, and measuring devices
Occasionally be required to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
Be required to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and exposure to dust, noise, and uneven terrain
Be required to enter confined spaces and work near active roadways and construction sites
Have the visual acuity necessary to read maps, plans, and utility markings, and the manual dexterity to operate small tools and instruments
Have the ability to walk several miles per day over varied surfaces to complete assigned locating duties
Be able to hear and communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and the public in a variety of settings, including noisy environments
Work Conditions
Work is primarily performed outdoors, often in field conditions such as construction sites, easements, roadways, and undeveloped areas
The employee may be exposed to moving vehicles, construction equipment, loud noise, dust, fumes, and varying weather conditions
The position may require occasional evening, weekend, or overtime work depending on project needs
Employees are expected to follow all company and safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as reflective vests, hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and boots
Work may occasionally require travel between job sites using company or personal vehicles
Benefits
The typical base salary range for this position is $59,000.00 - $123,000.00 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is an hourly position paid bi‑weekly
Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k
BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents
Generous vacation and sick time packages
8 Paid Holidays
Flexible schedules
Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations
BKF offers competitive and award‑winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here
BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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About the Role BKF Engineers is seeking a Utility Locator for our Northern California team. In this role you will identify and mark underground utilities at construction sites using electronic equipment and utility maps. You will work under the direction of a supervisor to detect utilities such as gas, electric, water, sewer, telecom, and more, supporting project planning and preventing damage during construction activities.
Responsibilities
Use lap top computer or other devices to receive, document and close out excavation notices, both during normal hours and after hours.
Read and interpret utility maps or prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities.
Use assigned communication equipment to effectively communicate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities.
Operate different electronic detection equipment, to locate and mark under‑ground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
Perform light excavation with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary.
Provide accurate documentation and or sketches related to all locates completed.
Receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements.
Be able to perform manhole entry using assigned equipment and safety devices.
Operate company vehicle in a safe manner, and maintain professional appearance.
Requirements
High School Diploma, or GED
Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record (MVR must be acceptable to BKF)
Experience with utility location and underground utility systems
Strong attention to detail and commitment to following safety protocols in field environments
Clear and professional communication skills, with a focus on accurate and thorough documentation
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain, during normal and after hours
Willingness to undergo random drug testing in compliance with federal, state, and company guidelines
Physical Demands
Regularly be required to stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, crouch, and kneel for extended periods
Frequently be required to use hands and arms to operate locating equipment, tools, and measuring devices
Occasionally be required to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
Be required to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and exposure to dust, noise, and uneven terrain
Be required to enter confined spaces and work near active roadways and construction sites
Have the visual acuity necessary to read maps, plans, and utility markings, and the manual dexterity to operate small tools and instruments
Have the ability to walk several miles per day over varied surfaces to complete assigned locating duties
Be able to hear and communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and the public in a variety of settings, including noisy environments
Work Conditions
Work is primarily performed outdoors, often in field conditions such as construction sites, easements, roadways, and undeveloped areas
The employee may be exposed to moving vehicles, construction equipment, loud noise, dust, fumes, and varying weather conditions
The position may require occasional evening, weekend, or overtime work depending on project needs
Employees are expected to follow all company and safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as reflective vests, hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and boots
Work may occasionally require travel between job sites using company or personal vehicles
Benefits
The typical base salary range for this position is $59,000.00 - $123,000.00 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is an hourly position paid bi‑weekly
Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k
BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents
Generous vacation and sick time packages
8 Paid Holidays
Flexible schedules
Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations
BKF offers competitive and award‑winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here
BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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