Area Manager, Locate | Lead Utility Damage Prevention

Stake Center Locating; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is a leading provider of utility locating and damage prevention services operating across the 48 contiguous United States. The Area Manager, Locate will oversee workload distribution, customer relations, and field operations.

You will coordinate teams, manage inventory and equipment, and mentor Supervisors. The role requires proven leadership in the locating industry, excellent communication skills, and willingness to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clean background check for access to restricted and/or controlled areas.
• Valid driver 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 workload 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Stake Center Locating is a leading provider of utility locating and damage prevention services operating across the 48 contiguous United States. The Area Manager, Locate will oversee workload distribution, customer relations, and field operations.

You will coordinate teams, manage inventory and equipment, and mentor Supervisors. The role requires proven leadership in the locating industry, excellent communication skills, and willingness to travel as needed.