Entry-Level Underground Locator: Paid Training & Benefits

Stake Center Locating; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate: $21.00 per hour

Company-provided vehicles with fuel卡

PTO and paid holidays

Red Wing safety shoe vouchers worth $-

401(k) with company match

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.

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

• Must be 18+ years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day 2–3 times a week.
• Ability to carry up to 5 lbs of electronic locating equipment; lift up to 25 lbs or up to 75 lbs with tool aids.
• Pass pre-employment background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Train entry level Locating Technicians to think safety first.
• Use a laptop to receive, document and process tickets and email.
• Read maps, interpret blueprints, and determine locating method and sequence.
• Use locate equipment/technology to accurately locate underground utilities.
• Communicate effectively with peers, managers, and homeowners.

Skills

18+ age requirement

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Ability to walk long distance

Ability to lift heavy objects

Background and drug screening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

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.

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.