Locating Technician at GPRS in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Ground Penetrating Radar Systems is the nation's largest company specializing in the detection of underground utilities, video pipe inspection, and the scanning of concrete structures. GPRS has an extensive nationwide network of highly trained and experienced Project Managers in every major U.S. market. When clients hire GPRS, they have the peace of mind of knowing that they have the most reliable scanning technology on their job site and they'll receive the assistance of a Project Manager who can provide them with the most accurate data. For over two decades, GPRS has been the industry leader by providing outstanding service and cutting edge technology, Intelligently Visualizing The Built World by keeping projects on time, reducing safety risks, and putting our relationships with our clients before profit.


GPRS Purpose Statement:
Our purpose, as an organization, is to provide possibility for our Team Members and Customers by intelligently visualizing the built world.


GPRS Core Values:

• Integrity


• Teamwork


• Mutual Respect


• Growth Mindedness


• Safety

We are looking for a detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Locating Technician in Philadelphia. The role involves receiving one-call tickets daily, meticulously routing each stop, and driving between locations to mark out water, sewer, storm, and GSI lines. You will be responsible for marking out lines throughout the city, maintaining constant communication with GPRS and Philadelphia Water Department staff, and promptly responding to inquiries. Accurate documentation of mark-outs at each stop, along with uploading necessary photos to respective ticket folders, is essential to ensure contractual obligations are met and mark-outs can be digitally verified.

Your primary focus will be analyzing as-built drawings to determine the location of underground water lines using various measuring devices to locate utilities based on known physical reference points. You will place marks/markers within required distances using the proper marking device as per GPRS requirements. 

Typically, working hours for this role are from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday. Locating Technicians are compensated at $20 an hour and paid weekly. 

A successful candidate to join our team is someone who:

• thrives in new situations and looks forward to different work experiences


• loves being independent and excels at managing your time effectively


• brings excellence in customer service each day to increase our customer base and demonstrate our commitment to quality and safety


• professional, prepared, and proficient in every interaction (written and verbal)


• self-motivated to go above and beyond to enhance customer needs at every interaction


• maintains continuous curiosity about the latest industry trends and technology


• has a compass of strong values that drive your strong work ethic that include Integrity, Mutual Respect, Growth Mindedness, Teamwork and Safety

• You must have the drive and ability to learn equipment to complete projects, in a supportive role. 


• Must be physically capable of carrying up to 60 pounds. 


• Work / walk on concrete and/or walk for long periods of time - up to 5 miles a day


• Able to pass a drug screen


• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record


• Must live within or willing to move within 30 - 50 miles of posted city

Why you will love working at GPRS?

Each Locating Technician receives a company vehicle, equipment, laptop, and cell phone.

We offer full medical, dental, and vision insurance with day-one coverage, 401k with company matching, Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability at no cost to our employees, weekly pay, paid holidays, paid time off, Project Manager promotion tracks, leadership development training programs and additional benefits to support our strong commitment to the development of each team member.

GPRS is an Equal Opportunity employer.