Damage Prevention Technician / Utility Locator (Experienced)Full Time Equivalent Operations PVS-Whitecourt, Whitecourt, AB, CA2 days ago Requisition ID: 1435Salary Range: $28.00 To $32.00 HourlyEXPERIENCED DAMAGE PREVENTION TECHNICIAN/UTILITY LOCATORFULLTIME POSITION | WHITECOURT, ABMake Your Mark in Alberta!Location: Whitecourt, ABPosition: Experienced Damage Prevention Technician, Full-time, PermanentNumber of Vacancies: Two (2)Start Date: October 26, 2026Primary ResponsibilitiesThe Damage Prevention Technician (DPT) is responsible for accurately locating and marking underground utilities within a designated area. This includes providing detailed sketches of the located area to the requester. Using company-provided equipment, DPTs will identify utilities such as gas, water, sewer, fiber optic cables, and electrical lines, mark them using spray paint or flags, and document the findings. Other duties include but are not limited to:Complete Locates: Use electronic devices, including a receiver wand and transmitter, to locate and verify underground utilities accurately and independently.Marking and Documentation: Mark utilities and create detailed drawings/sketches of the located area. Prepare accurate reports and documentation verifying marked utilities.Health and Safety: Work in compliance with all health, safety, and environmental legislation, including the Occupational Health and Safety Act and company policies. Employ a safety-first mindset when engaging with customers and communities.Stakeholder Consultation: Collaborate with contractors, developers, builders, and other stakeholders regarding the location of underground utilities.Equipment Management:



Ensure the safeguarding and proper use of company equipment and vehicles.On-Call Support: Participate in a mandatory on-call rotation shared between the two full-time locators, including responding to after-hours locate requests within the required response time.Overtime: Work overtime as required to meet operational and customer service needs.Service Area Coverage: Travel throughout the assigned Whitecourt service area and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.Operational Coverage: Provide coverage for vacation, illness, overlapping callouts, and other operational requirements as needed.Successful candidates will have the following requirements:Valid AB Class 5 Driver's License and clean three (3) year Driver's Abstract, as this position includes a company vehicle for business purposes onlyMinimum three (3) years of utility locate experienceUtility Safety Partners (USP) endorsed Locate & Marking certificationUSP endorsed Ground Disturbance Level II CertificationAbility to perform utility locates independently and complete accurate sketches and documentationAbility to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet required response timesAvailability for full-time work, including weekends, overtime, and a mandatory on-call rotation shared between the two locatorsAbility to respond to after-hours call-outs within the required response time and provide coverage as needed for vacation, illness,



and overlapping call-outsAbility to work outdoors in all weather conditions and travel throughout the assigned Whitecourt service areaAbility to meet the physical demands of the position, including walking on uneven terrain, lifting and carrying equipment up to 9 kg (20 lbs.), and frequently bending, twisting, squatting, or kneelingStrong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skillsStrong computer skills and ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholdersClean criminal background checkAbility to start immediately is an assetCompetitive compensation commensurate with relevant experiencePaid trainingHealth, dental and family benefitsLife insuranceVehicle provided for business purposesPaid vacationCompany eventsPension plan, with company contributionWorking RelationshipsThis position works frequently with:Business LeadersClients and CustomersMembers of the PublicEmployees and key stakeholdersJoin us and contribute to a culture that values safety, innovation, and excellence! Full training is provided.Candidates may be required to provide up to three references and supporting documentation during the interview process.PVS is an Equal Prospect Employer. In accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Act, PVS will provide accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform People Excellence Department of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada.

📌 Damage Prevention Technician / Utility Locator (Experienced) (Whitecourt)
🏢 PVS Contractors
📍 Whitecourt