Entry-Level Underground Locator | Paid Training & PTO

Stake Center Locating; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate: $22/hour

Company vehicle with fuel card

PTO and paid holidays

Safety shoe vouchers

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. We train on the job with 100% paid training and provide a vehicle, fuel card, and safety shoes vouchers.

Position offers a strong emphasis on safety, independent work, and problem solving in outdoor conditions. PTO, holidays, and a company match 401(k) plan are included.

Qualifications

• Eighteen years of age or older.
• 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 for extended periods of time; lifting objects up to 25 lbs or lifting in excess of 75 lbs with tool aids.
• Pass pre-employment background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Outdoor work preference

Problem solving

Lift 25 lbs

Walk 5 miles/day

On-call readiness

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. We train on the job with 100% paid training and provide a vehicle, fuel card, and safety shoes vouchers.

Position offers a strong emphasis on safety, independent work, and problem solving in outdoor conditions. PTO, holidays, and a company match 401(k) plan are included.