Seasonal Locator - Bismarck, ND

$20/hr starting pay!  $2,000 Seasonal Hiring Bonus! No experience needed!  PAID training!  Monday - Friday, 40 hrs / week with the opportunity for OT. Free internet and TV!! Holiday pay! Company vehicle and clothing provided.  Locate existing underground cable. 

JOB PURPOSE:

Support location efforts of existing underground cables (locates) for the construction department and field operations.

KEY FUNCTIONS:

• Support efforts to identify and clearly mark existing underground cable as directed.
• Possess knowledge of procedures and equipment required to locate existing underground cable.
• Identify and mark locations for new underground utilities, while preventing damage to existing infrastructure.
• Possess proficiency in the operation of locate and bury drop equipment as required within areas of responsibility.
• Read, comprehend, and utilize cable system maps and plans.
• Be familiar with local One-Call laws and procedures and practice them accordingly.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Midco’s safety program, enforce safety rules and procedures, wear appropriate safety apparel (including hard hats, safety vests, OSHA approved boots), and operate all equipment safely.
• Maintain a current, valid driver’s license, operate and drive a Company vehicle in accordance with all Midco policies, and maintain a safe driving record (no DUI in the last five years).
• Follow and serve as a role model in displaying Midco’s Core Values and Leadership Success Drivers
• Adhere to Midco’s privacy guidelines to ensure each customer’s privacy.
• Maintain regular attendance as required by your position.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the mission, vision, and values of Midco.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external customers to ensure exceptional service.
• Demonstrate courage by tackling tough issues while acknowledging your own limitations without compromising integrity.
• Remove obstacles for team members. Encourage creative solutions.
• Apply personal ethics, honesty, initiative, flexibility, responsibility, and confidentiality in all areas of responsibility.
• Communicate clear expectations that set a high bar while holding team members accountable to reach these goals.
• Demonstrate business acumen by using data to drive decisions and actions.
• Model flexibility, resiliency and change management skills by staying self-aware, constantly learning, and finding ways to cut through ambiguous problems.  
• Identify root causes of problems and implement solutions while keeping a holistic and long-term perspective in mind.
• Actively follow Midco policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

• HS diploma, GED or a minimum of two years of equivalent work experience locating underground cable or similar utilities preferred.
• Some college or vocational training preferred.
• Previous locate or bury drop experience preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Be ready, willing, and able to travel.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or carry loads of up to 38 lbs.
• The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.
• Ability to notice and address small details to ensure accuracy and quality in tasks.
• Capable of adjusting to new situations, environments, and challenges.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with others, both verbally and in writing.
• Understanding and complying with relevant laws, regulations, and procedures.
• May be required to work within limited and confined spaces as needed.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.
• The Employee must be able to work in an outdoor environment year-round in all weather conditions. The Employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock, radiation, and vibration.
• Employees may be required to work in excess of 40 hours per week and other than normal business hours, such as holidays, evenings and weekends as business demands.

ABOUT MIDCO: 

• Midco offers the most reliable wholly owned and operated fiber network spanning 17,000 miles.
• We are a telecommunications leader that is redefining connectivity while being a force for good in the communities we serve.
• We serve nearly 500,000 homes and businesses in more than 400 communities in Kansas, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and Wi