Damage Prevention Field Locator

WSB; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

WSB is seeking an Untoneables Locating Technician to support field utility locating operations. The role involves locating and marking underground utilities, troubleshooting, documenting, and ensuring compliance with safety and client requirements.

The position emphasizes independent outdoor fieldwork, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on facilities that are difficult to locate using standard methods.

Qualifications

• 1-4+ years of utility locating experience preferred.
• Knowledge of PE and Steel Gas lines and components.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record required.
• Ability to pass Operator Qualification modules and other required training.
• Knowledge of local 811 processes, locate laws, and utility marking requirements preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform utility locating duties with an emphasis on safety, accuracy, and compliance.
• Respond to locate requests within required legal and client timeframes.
• Locate and mark underground utilities, including gas, using APWA color standards.
• Read and interpret utility maps, prints, as-built records, and construction plans.
• Operate and use electronic locating equipment and field tools.
• Troubleshoot difficult or unlocatable buried facilities using approved methods.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent worker

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

iPads

Electronic reporting systems

Job description

WSB is seeking an Untoneables Locating Technician to support field utility locating operations. The role involves locating and marking underground utilities, troubleshooting, documenting, and ensuring compliance with safety and client requirements.

The position emphasizes independent outdoor fieldwork, problem-solving, and working in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on facilities that are difficult to locate using standard methods.