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About the Role

The Utility Watch & Protect Technician provides on-site damage-prevention support during excavation and construction activities near underground utility facilities. This role involves monitoring excavation, verifying facility locations, identifying unsafe conditions, communicating with stakeholders, and preparing field documentation. The position may also perform supplemental utility locating and marking, representing the company professionally in active construction environments.

Responsibilities

Monitor excavation and construction activities near underground utilities.
Prevent damage to underground utility infrastructure during excavation.
Ensure contractors follow safe digging practices and approved locate requirements.
Report and document unsafe conditions, unauthorized excavation, damaged or exposed facilities, near misses, utility conflicts, and potential hazards.
Communicate with contractors, foremen, and project managers to resolve utility conflicts.
Perform supplemental, investigative, or emergency utility locating and marking.
Read and interpret utility maps, prints, and engineering drawings.
Compare field conditions with utility maps and drawings and document discrepancies.
Inspect construction sites to verify compliance with utility protection and safety requirements.
Monitor exposed underground utilities during excavation to help prevent damage.
Document completed locates using accurate notes, photographs, videos, sketches, and field reports.
Use a computer, tablet, or mobile device to receive, document, and close excavation notices.
Remove and replace manhole or access covers using approved tools and safe lifting procedures when authorized and required.
Perform work outdoors in all weather conditions and during various hours as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Valid New York State (NYS) driver's license with a clean Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record.
Ability to safely operate and maintain a company vehicle.
Successfully pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.
Working knowledge of New York State Industrial Code Rule 753 (Protection of Underground Facilities).
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently while maintaining a high level of safety and professionalism.
Ability to lift moderately heavy objects and safely use hand tools and field equipment.
Ability to walk, stand, bend, and perform manual labor for extended periods under varying field conditions.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with minimal supervision.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to read and interpret utility maps, drawings, and technical documents.
Basic computer proficiency and ability to use tablets or mobile devices for field documentation.
Dependable attendance, punctuality, and the ability to meet established work schedules.

Skills

Communication
Interpersonal skills
Safety awareness
Independent work
Problem-solving
Documentation
Utility locating
Map reading
Technical document interpretation
Computer proficiency
Tablet/mobile device usage

Location

New York State

Work Type

On-site
Field-based
Full-time

Experience Level

Entry-level

About the Company

Represents OTM and its client.