Entry-Level Locate Technician – Seattle (Paid Training)

Stake-Center-Locating; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 66,125,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Company car

PTO and holidays

Safety shoe vouchers

401(k) match

Job summary

Stake Center Locating in Seattle, WA 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.

What you’ll need to bring is a preference to work outdoors in all weather, a desire to work independently and an ability to problem solve with speed and accuracy.

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 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 the best method and sequence for locating.
• Use provided locate equipment and technology to locate underground utilities.
• Communicate effectively with peers, managers, and homeowners.

Skills

Reading maps

Blueprint interpretation

Outdoor work

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Stake Center Locating in Seattle, WA 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.

What you’ll need to bring is a preference to work outdoors in all weather, a desire to work independently and an ability to problem solve with speed and accuracy.