Entry-Level Underground Utility Locate Technician — Paid Training

Stake Center Locating; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Safety shoes vouchers

Company vehicle with fuel card

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground. We will train you on the job and provide 100% paid training.

You should enjoy outdoor work in all weather and work well independently with strong problem solving. Responsibilities include using maps, blueprints, a laptop to process tickets, and locating equipment to identify underground utilities, while communicating clearly with team members and homeowners.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to walk up to 5 miles a day 2-3 times a week.
• Carry up to 5 lbs of locating equipment; lift up to 75 lbs with 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 best locating method and sequence.
• Use locate equipment to accurately locate underground utilities.
• Communicate effectively with peers, managers, and homeowners.

Skills

Outdoor work

Problem solving

Independent worker

Speed and accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Locate equipment

Maps & blueprints

Laptop use

Job description

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground. We will train you on the job and provide 100% paid training.

You should enjoy outdoor work in all weather and work well independently with strong problem solving. Responsibilities include using maps, blueprints, a laptop to process tickets, and locating equipment to identify underground utilities, while communicating clearly with team members and homeowners.