About UsHBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states. With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless.About this RoleA Utility Locator at HBK Organization is a position designed for entry-level professionals beginning their career in underground utility locating. This role involves locating and marking underground facilities using various industry tools, standards, and methods including locating devices and utility maps. The position requires comparing real-world conditions to record documentation to identify errors and omissions while verifying the location of all client facilities within specified dig extents and serving as a firm/client liaison in utility locating operations.What You'll Do
Locate and mark underground facilities using various industry tools, standards, and methods including locating devices and utility maps
Compare real-world conditions to record documentation to identify errors and omissions for accuracy verification
Verify location of all client facilities within specified dig extents to ensure comprehensive coverage
Examine and investigate all damages within their purview, creating all required documentation for compliance and record-keeping
Watch and protect client facilities within a given area as directed by client for safety and security
Understand contractor's means and methods for subsurface installations to support project coordination
Serve as firm/client liaison to facilitate communication and project coordination
Review design drawings created by others to ensure accuracy and completeness
Use and perform basic maintenance of industry standard locating equipment
Move about on construction work sites, public streets, and parkways safely and efficiently
Communicate effectively with citizens, company representatives, contractors, and customers
Maintain organized documentation and reporting systems for all locating activities.
What You'll Bring
High school diploma or GED certificate
Valid driver's license
0-1 year(s) of locating experience
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work smoothly with citizens, company representatives, contractors, and customers
Good organizational skills to handle many varied tasks simultaneously
Knowledge and understanding of safe worksite practices
Experience with construction and installation of below-grade infrastructure
Experience working within and utilizing existing utility standard designs
Experience with complex urban underground utility infrastructure
Experience serving as firm/client liaison
Experience reviewing design drawings created by others
Experience in use and basic maintenance of industry standard locating equipment
Experience using basic communication and tech devices
Physical capability to move about on construction work sites, public streets, and parkways
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
Ability to stand, walk, kneel, or sit for extended periods
Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various measurement, locating, and testing instruments.
Professional development in industry-standard locating tools, methods, and equipment
Training in safe worksite practices and construction site operations
Experience with complex urban underground utility infrastructure
Client liaison responsibilities for professional communication and coordination
Hands-on training with locating devices, utility maps, and documentation systems
Field experience on construction work sites and public infrastructure projects
Clear career progression pathway within the HBK Organization's Locating Track
Opportunity to develop expertise in utility standard designs and subsurface installations
Comprehensive benefits package
Foundation for advancing to senior locating and utility coordination roles.
Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
