Entry-Level Gas Locate Technician | Paid Training & Perks

Stake Center Locating; Bushnell (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and paid Holidays

Vouchers for safety shoes

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground (using paint and flags), promoting damage prevention in your community. We will train you on the job and equip you with the basic skills to be successful in our 100% paid training.

This role offers a pay rate of $21.00 per hour, a company vehicle with a fuel card, PTO and paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company match.

Qualifications

• Eighteen years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver license with an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to walk up to 5 miles a day 2-3 times a week.
• Ability to carry up to 5 lbs of electronic locating equipment; lift up to 75 lbs with aids.
• Pass pre-employment background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Think Safety First!
• Use a laptop to receive, document and process tickets and email.
• Read maps, interpret blueprints, and determine locating method.
• Use locate equipment to accurately locate underground utilities.
• Communicate effectively with peers, managers, and homeowners.

Skills

Problem solving

Independence

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laptop computer

Blueprints

Maps

Job description

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground (using paint and flags), promoting damage prevention in your community. We will train you on the job and equip you with the basic skills to be successful in our 100% paid training.

This role offers a pay rate of $21.00 per hour, a company vehicle with a fuel card, PTO and paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company match.