Locator

WPS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Seasonal Locator in our Sheboygan, Wisconsin location.
Locators typically work during construction season and are subject to seasonal layoffs.
Job Summary A Locator at WPS processes, sorts and clears locate requests.
They also do field locates and mark underground gas, electric and fiber optic facilities as required to fulfill Digger’s Hotline requests.
Job Responsibilities Process locate requests: Sort locate requests received daily Use facilities maps (FAAR system) to determine facilities present at location requested Determine if locate requests can be cleared (no conflict) without field visit Complete necessary paperwork/provide documentation Determine efficient route for completing locate requests requiring to be field checked Locate and mark underground gas, electric and fiber optic facilities: Use facilities maps (FAAR system) to determine facilities present at location requested Visually check area to determine if gas, electric or fiber optic facilities are present Use locating equipment to locate the route of the gas, electric and/or fiber optic facilities Open and work within padmounted transformers and secondary pedestals as necessary to temporarily install locating equipment to properly mark electric facilities Mark the route of the underground facilities present in the area described on the locate request with paint or flags Complete necessary paperwork/provide documentation Attend requested field meetings Provide customer service: Complete all locate requests within the required time line Maintain customer/contractor appointments Relay customer requests to appropriate personnel Minimum Education Required High School Diploma, HSED, or GED Minimum Qualifications Valid Drivers License Preferred Qualifications Completion of technical school program in Natural Gas Distribution or Electrical Power Distribution Experience as a gas and/or electric facilities locator Experience working in a construction field and working outdoors End Date: 01/30/2024 We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class.