Entry-Level Underground Utility Locator Tech

Stake Center Locating; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

PTO and paid holidays

Safety shoe vouchers

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: a preference to work outdoors in all weather, a desire to work independently, and the ability to problem solve with speed and accuracy.

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 per day, 2–3 times a week.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs or up to 75 lbs with aid.
• Pre-employment background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Problem solving

Map reading

Blueprint interpretation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Locate Equipment

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: a preference to work outdoors in all weather, a desire to work independently, and the ability to problem solve with speed and accuracy.