Area Manager, Locate: Lead Field Ops & Team Growth

Stake-Center-Locating; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stake Center Locating seeks an Area Manager, Locate in Fort Worth, TX to lead field operations, oversee workload distribution and staff performance. You will coordinate with corporate, manage customer relations, and ensure safety and compliance across vehicles and equipment.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a thorough understanding of underground utility construction and locating practices. Weekend and travel duties may be required, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clean background check for access to restricted and/or controlled areas.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass random drug screens and to remain drug free.
• Ability to locate.
• Ability to effectively perform a PDR or damage investigation.
• Ability to interact with all involved, the public, customers, contractors, utility representatives and all those under their direction.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of work load distribution.
• Customer relations.
• Interaction with Corporate.
• IT and purchasing along with homeowners and the general public.
• Oversight of disciplinary action.
• Inspections of vehicles and equipment.
• Inventory ordering.
• Mentor Supervisors for performance improvement.
• Assist in damage resolution when necessary.
• Interpret all reports- i.e. PDR, audits and production.
• Assist in difficult locate jobs when necessary.
• Maintain force to load requirements.
• Performance Reviews for staff.

Job description

Stake Center Locating seeks an Area Manager, Locate in Fort Worth, TX to lead field operations, oversee workload distribution and staff performance. You will coordinate with corporate, manage customer relations, and ensure safety and compliance across vehicles and equipment.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a thorough understanding of underground utility construction and locating practices. Weekend and travel duties may be required, with training provided.