Damage Prevention Technician

SAM; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness Benefits

Financial Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Perks and Discounts

Culture and Awards

Job summary

SAM is seeking a Damage Prevention Field Technician to safeguard underground infrastructure and promote safe excavation practices. You will leverage your locating expertise to identify and mark utilities, support contractors, homeowners, and utility stakeholders in the field.

In this role you will visit active sites, verify markings, and maintain records using company tools. The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous utility experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps, prints, and records.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently in the field, adapt to changing conditions on job sites.

Responsibilities

• Visit active job sites to monitor excavation activities and ensure safe digging practices.
• Utilize locating experience to identify and mark underground utility lines with standard equipment.
• Verify accuracy of utility markings and perform remark requests as needed.
• Investigate conflicts, discrepancies, and damage prevention concerns in the field.
• Collaborate with homeowners, contractors, excavators, and utility crews to promote safe digging awareness.
• Maintain records of locate activities, site visits, and field observations using company software and mobile tech.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on locating and marking activities.

Skills

Utility experience

Reading utility maps

Communication

Teamwork

Independent field work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Utility locating equipment

Job description

Who We Are

For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.

Your Impact at SAM

Are you an experienced utility locator looking to take the next step in your career? Join our team as a Damage Prevention Field Technician and play a critical role in protecting underground infrastructure and promoting safe excavation practices. In this position, you'll leverage your locating expertise to help prevent utility damage, support public safety, and work closely with contractors, homeowners, and utility stakeholders in the field.

Key Responsibilities

• Visit active job sites to monitor excavation activities and ensure compliance with safe digging practices and damage prevention standards.
• Utilize previous utility locating experience to accurately identify and mark underground utility lines using industry-standard equipment and technology.
• Verify the accuracy of utility markings and perform remark requests as needed to support ongoing excavation projects.
• Investigate potential conflicts, discrepancies, and damage prevention concerns in the field.
• Work directly with homeowners, contractors, excavators, and utility crews to promote safe digging awareness and resolve site-related issues.
• Maintain accurate records of locate activities, site visits, communications, and field observations using company software and mobile technology.
• Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure locating and marking activities meet company, client, and regulatory requirements.
• Respond to emergency locate requests and time-sensitive field situations as needed.
• Maintain assigned locating equipment, tools, and company vehicle in proper working condition.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to continuously improve safety, accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned while contributing to a strong safety-focused culture

What You Bring to SAM

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous utility experience required
• Knowledge of damage prevention practices, 811 processes, and safe excavation standards.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps, prints, and records.
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently in the field, problem-solve, and adapt to changing conditions on job sites
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company MVR standards

Our Perks

• Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
• Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
• Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
• Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
• Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms

Salary Maximum

USD $27.00/per hour

Salary Minimum

USD $24.00/per hour