Technician - Mark-out Inspection

Job Info

POSITION: Technician Mark-Out Inspection

NUMBER OF OPEN POSITIONS: 1

LOCATION: SCG - CT - Orange - 60 Marsh Hill Rd

HOURLY RATES: $44.27 - $48.11

PURPOSE:

This position contributes to the achievement of company objectives in providing quality mark outs/locates of gas main and service facilities within the distribution system. Coordinates and maintains a dialogue with contractors, government agencies, utility associates, and public works and highway departments to assure the protection of underground gas distribution facilities. Serve as a first responder to damage incidents. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responds to Call Before You Dig location requests to perform quality mark-outs of gas main and service facilities.

• Reviews available maps and records to ensure accuracy of information for mark-outs.

• Performs field visits to construction sites to ensure the protection of gas distribution facilities.

• Reports damage incidents and performs “make-safe.”

• Reports hazardous conditions to contractor representatives and to the immediate supervisor.

• Serves as a first responder to damage incidents.

• Documents the facts associated with damage incidents and inspection issues.

• Operates a personal computer (PC) or laptop, to obtain information regarding excavation locations, etc.

• Operates various electronic devices designed to assist in locating subsurface gas utilities.

• Serve as an “on-call” inspector.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have 1-3 years of experience in marking out underground facilities.

• Must have High School Diploma / GED. 

• Knowledge of practices and procedures for operating department inspectors.   

• Must have a valid driver's license.   

• Must have good organizational and planning skills.   

• Must be able to read construction maps and drawings.   

• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.   

• May require various DOT Operator Qualifications.   

• Must be available for response during and after for emergencies and critical assignments.

Company:

THE SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT GAS COMPANY

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Job Posting End Date:

September-13-2026