Utility Locator
Bkf Engineers
Locate and mark underground utilities at construction sites using equipment and maps.
16 days ago ago
$59,000 - $123,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Junior (1-3 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
San Jose, CA
Field
Company Size
700 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Construction Services
Technical Services
Architecture
Sector Specialisms
Transportation
Water Resources
Surveying
Land Development
Government
Institutions
Developers
Design Professionals
Role
What you would be doing
electronic detection
utility mapping
documentation
excavation notices
field communication
safety compliance
- Frequently be required to use hands and arms to operate locating equipment, tools, and measuring devices
- Provide accurate documentation and or sketches related to all locates completed
- Use lap top computer or other devices to receive, document and close out excavation notices, both during normal hours and after hours
- Operate different electronic detection equipment, to locate and mark under-ground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits
- Perform light excavation with a shovel, to expose buried utilities when necessary
- Read and interpret utility maps or prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities
- Operate company vehicle in a safe manner, and maintain professional appearance
- Occasionally be required to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
- Receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements
- Employees are expected to follow all company and safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as reflective vests, hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, and boots
- Use assigned communication equipment to effectively communicate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities
What you bring
communication
attention to detail
safety
utility location
high school
driver's license
- Clear and professional communication skills, with a focus on accurate and thorough documentation
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to following safety protocols in field environments
- Be required to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and exposure to dust, noise, and uneven terrain
- Work may occasionally require travel between job sites using company or personal vehicles
- Have the ability to walk several miles per day over varied surfaces to complete assigned locating duties
- Be able to perform manhole entry using assigned equipment and safety devices
- Have the visual acuity necessary to read maps, plans, and utility markings, and the manual dexterity to operate small tools and instruments
- High School Diploma, or GED
- Willingness to undergo random drug testing in compliance with federal, state, and company guidelines
- Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record (MVR must be acceptable to BKF)
- Regularly be required to stand, walk, bend, reach, stoop, crouch, and kneel for extended periods
- Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain, during normal and after hours
- Be able to hear and communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and the public in a variety of settings, including noisy environments
- Be required to enter confined spaces and work near active roadways and construction sites
- Experience with utility location and underground utility systems
- BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents
- Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Flexible schedules
- BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more click here
- Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations
- The typical base salary range for this position is $59,000.00 - $123,000.00 annualized depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is an hourly position paid bi-weekly
- Generous vacation and sick time packages
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Company
Overview
Since 1965
Year Founded
The company has been delivering engineering solutions since 1965, contributing to numerous high-profile projects.
- Delivering comprehensive engineering solutions across various sectors.
- Specializing in civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering.
- A legacy of collaboration on iconic buildings, transportation systems, and infrastructure.
- A diverse portfolio including high-rise buildings, bridges, hospitals, and urban developments.
- Known for creative problem-solving and meeting tight deadlines.
- Leveraging advanced technology and a multidisciplinary approach for safety and quality.
- Committed to sustainable and resilient designs in engineering projects.
90% Retention Rate
Employee Retention
The company has achieved an impressive 90% staff retention rate year after year, reflecting strong employee satisfaction and loyalty.
25% Long-Term Employees
Employee Tenure
25% of the workforce has been with the company for over a decade, indicating a culture of long-term commitment and stability.
100% Benefits Coverage
Employee Benefits
All employees receive comprehensive 100% paid medical, dental, and vision benefits, reflecting a commitment to well-being.
Profit-Sharing Program
Financial Incentives
A robust profit-sharing and bonus program is in place, rewarding employees for the company's success and fostering a culture of shared achievement.
- Innovative ideas are encouraged and welcomed
- Values of hard-working, professional people are appreciated
- Taking pride in your work from start to finish was commonplace
- Connected to the clients and communities we serve
- Small enough to really get to know one another and work collaboratively together, and still large enough that we have the resources to chase and win stimulating, exciting projects
- Encouraged to flourish both professionally and personally in a healthy, nurturing and diverse environment
- Flexible work schedules and hybrid work model offering autonomy and work-life balance
- Wellness program including sports teams, fresh fruit, fitness reimbursement
- Commitment to environmentally conscious design as a core value
- Services include stormwater management, LID, life‑cycle cost & benefit analysis, embodied carbon reduction, brownfield development, recycled water, rainwater harvesting/graywater reuse
- Redevelop brownfields, recycle materials from deconstructed sites, remediate infrastructure
- Design sustainable infrastructure that improves water quality and restores natural resources
- Use of emerging technologies to integrate pragmatic, efficient sustainable solutions
- Design elements: green/complete streets, bioremediation (stormwater filtering, pollutant capture), permeable pavement to reduce stormwater load and recharge aquifers
- No publicly stated net‑zero target date
Millions in DBE services
Diverse Business Contracts
The firm has procured millions of dollars in services through Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) firms and suppliers.
- Clear strategy to achieve workforce equity at all levels of the firm
- DEI Council plus multiple Employee Resource Groups align initiatives with business: Talent Optimization, Inclusive Workplace Cultures, Community Engagement, Business Innovation
- Partnerships with National Society of Black Engineers, Society of Women Engineers, Mexican American Engineers and Scientists, Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers
- Attends diversity‑focused career fairs; partners with recruiting platform Circa to create equity in hiring
- Certifies DEI program compliant with all federal anti‑discrimination laws
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