Description
You are an experienced Utility Locator who takes pride in accurately identifying underground facilities. You are comfortable working independently, managing your workload in a fast-paced environment, and meeting project timelines. With a strong background in telecommunications and utility locating, you’re ready for a new challenge.
Apply today to join the Ledcor Technical Services team in the London area, Ontario.
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Essential Responsibilities:
- Interpret job order tickets and locate underground utilities accurately
- Read and interpret blueprints, maps, and construction drawings
- Plans travel routes between urban and rural areas
- Operate testing and locating equipment to pinpoint underground utilities
- Monitors equipment (excavators etc.) to ensure facilities are not damaged
- Creates drawings using Visio
- Work independently while maintaining accuracy, productivity, and safety standards
- Meet project timelines in a fast-paced, field-based environment
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years of experience locating underground utilities across multiple utility types
- Experience working with telecommunications, hydro, gas, water, and other utility infrastructure
- Completion of the ORCGA Damage Prevention Technician (DPT) certification
- Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to prioritize workload effectively
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and safety
- Team player with both excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Computer-savvy; comfortable using multiple applications and digital tools
- Valid Full G driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract
- Ability to maintain company vehicle, test equipment, and tools in excellent condition
Work Conditions:
- Company van and major tools provided
- Travel required, including occasional overnight and out-of-town assignments or training
- Preference given to local candidates
- Work environments include residential, commercial, industrial, and rural areas, across varying terrain (grass, gravel, ditches, construction zones, etc.)
- Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including sitting, standing, bending, and working outdoors in all weather conditions
- Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturdays as required
Compensation
$26.10 - $38.47 per hour
This is the applicable wage range for this position. Individuals will be assigned a base wage within this range based on trade certification and/or apprenticeship level, industry experience, and work location.
Remote, site-based positions may be eligible for additional incentives including but not limited to travel and accommodation allowances.
We are committed to the long-term success and wellbeing of our employees. Employees are provided with a comprehensive health and benefits package which includes extended health and dental, vision care, disability, and life insurance coverage as well as access to mental health and wellness resources through an employee family assistance program.
Employees also receive a competitive retirement package. These programs are administered through the Union, in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable collective agreement.
Additional Information
Ledcor Technical Services (LTS) designs, builds, and maintains wireline or wireless networks that span North America and beyond. We are a proven leader and innovator in telecommunications network construction, maintenance, and service installation and repair.
Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.
Employment Equity
At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.
Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.
Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.
., Brantford, ON
