Utility Locator

About Aecon Group Inc.

Aecon Group Inc. is a leader in delivering complex infrastructure projects across North America, including transformative transportation networks, energy, industrial, and nuclear programs. The company has a strong North American presence and growing international footprint, serving both public and private sector clients through its Construction and Concessions segment.

At Aecon, safety is the foremost priority, reflecting the company's core value "Safety Always," which forms the foundation of its workplace culture. Aecon fosters an environment where ambitious projects are supported by dedicated individuals who are encouraged to build meaningful careers contributing to community connectivity and future growth.

Company Values and Commitments

• Prioritize safety above all, ensuring protection for employees, projects, partners, and stakeholders at all times.
• Demonstrate integrity by leading through example, humility, and courage.
• Maintain accountability by fulfilling all commitments passionately.
• Promote inclusion by creating supportive, empowering, and respectful opportunities for all.

Aecon values the well-being of employees and their families, investing intentionally in employee development through initiatives like Aecon University, tuition reimbursement, leadership programs, and various diversity and employee resource groups. They emphasize environment-conscious project management and community risk mitigation.

Position Overview - Utility Locator

Joining Aecon Utilities means abiding by principles of speed, intelligence, and safety while delivering projects. The Utility Locator role reports to the Locates Supervisor and focuses on locating underground utilities such as gas, electricity, telecommunications, water, and sewers in Ontario, specifically in the Ottawa and Cambridge areas. This is a unionized position requiring union membership upon hiring.

Key Responsibilities

• Use utility record systems and electronic locating equipment to safely and accurately identify underground utilities.
• Document and mark utility locations in the field using designated locate work management software and adhere to established documentation standards.
• Efficiently complete locate requests assigned by Foreperson, Coordinator, or Superintendent with accuracy and timeliness.
• Analyze infrastructure records to plan and execute utility locate tasks effectively.
• Operate company vehicles safely, planning routes to and from work sites as needed.
• Participate as a team member on locate project assignments when required.
• Communicate professionally with superintendents, foremen, coordinators, clients, and internal personnel via verbal and electronic means.
• Perform other assigned duties as necessary.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Hold a valid Ontario (G) driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Exhibit strong self-motivation, organizational capabilities, and multitasking skills.
• Work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity.
• Be willing to work extended hours to meet strict deadlines.
• Demonstrate accuracy and problem-solving skills under pressure.
• Manage task prioritization effectively and meet required timelines.
• Communicate professionally and courteously with customers.
• Have proficient computer skills, particularly in work management software, email, MS Excel, and MS Word.
• Experience in public and private utility locates, pre-engineering locates, and gas distribution third-party observation (Vital Main Integrity) is advantageous.
• Prior construction industry experience is beneficial.
• Possession of DPT Certification is considered a strong asset.

Additional Information

This position is newly created. The hourly salary range is $29 to $39 in accordance with the current Collective Agreement. Pay is determined by factors such as location, education, experience, skills, certifications, training, and role complexity.

Aecon is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds including women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Accessibility accommodations are available as mandated by the Accessible Canada Act and related regulations. The recruitment process may include the use of AI tools for screening, applied fairly and with respect to privacy, with final hiring decisions made by qualified Aecon representatives.