Area Manager – Underground Locating & Ops Lead

Stake Center Locating, Inc.; O’Fallon (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Stake Center Locating, Inc. is seeking an Area Manager, Locate to lead workload distribution, foster customer relations, and coordinate with corporate teams in Missouri.

The role demands strong leadership within the locating industry and deep knowledge of underground utility construction. You will mentor supervisors, oversee safety and discipline, handle inventory, and support damage investigations while ensuring effective communication with the public and contractors.

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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Customer relations

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

PDR knowledge

Damage investigation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Stake Center Locating, Inc. is seeking an Area Manager, Locate to lead workload distribution, foster customer relations, and coordinate with corporate teams in Missouri.

The role demands strong leadership within the locating industry and deep knowledge of underground utility construction. You will mentor supervisors, oversee safety and discipline, handle inventory, and support damage investigations while ensuring effective communication with the public and contractors.