Area Manager- North Chicago, IL

Stake Center Locating; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is seeking an Area Manager to lead locating operations across assignments in the field. You will supervise workload, maintain equipment readiness, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency while coordinating with corporate and customers.

The role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with occasional travel as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clean background check for access to restricted areas.
• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass random drug screens and to remain drug free.
• Ability to locate.
• Ability to interpret PDR or damage investigations.
• Ability to interact with the public, customers, contractors, utility reps and staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workload distribution for Locate team.
• Manage customer relations and communicate with Corporate.
• Coordinate IT and purchasing for locate operations.
• Inspect vehicles and equipment; ensure safety and readiness.
• Oversee inventory ordering and supplies.
• Mentor Supervisors for performance improvement.
• Assist in damage resolution when needed.
• Interpret reports such as PDRs, audits, and production data.
• Assist in difficult locate jobs when required.
• Ensure staffing levels meet workload demands.
• Conduct staff performance reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities with Stake Center Locating

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Stake Center Locating is a leading provider of utility locating and damage prevention services operating across the 48 contiguous United States. Our teams help protect critical underground infrastructure by delivering safe, accurate, and timely locating services for utility, telecommunications, and infrastructure customers. We combine national scale with a local approach to support our customers, protect the communities we serve, and create opportunities for our employees to grow and succeed.

The Area Manager, Locate will be responsible for performing the following duties:

• 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.

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 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.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experienced in effective leadership in the locating industry.
• Excellent communications skills oral and written.
• Comprehensive understanding of underground utility construction and placement required.
• Successfully complete company provided Locate Technician training program and pass all required testing.
• Requires long hours when necessary. May require weekend and holiday work when necessary.
• Some travel maybe required including overnight stays and out of town assignments and or training.
• Must have above average computer skills.