Entry-Level Utility Locator – Outdoor Field Tech

Stake Center Locating; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Safety shoe vouchers

401(k) with company match

On-the-job training

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is seeking entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground with paint and flags. We will train you on the job with 100% paid training to develop basic skills for success in our team.

Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor work in all weather, prefer independent work, and can problem solve quickly and accurately. The role includes paid training, a company vehicle, and growth opportunities in a long-standing organization.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver license with clean driving record required.
• Ability to walk up to 5 miles per day 2–3 times a week.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply safety-first practices.
• Use a laptop to receive, document, and process tickets and email.
• Read maps, interpret blueprints, and plan locating sequence.
• Use provided locate equipment to locate underground utilities.
• Communicate effectively with peers, managers, and homeowners.

Skills

Outdoor work

Independent worker

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Stake Center Locating is seeking entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground with paint and flags. We will train you on the job with 100% paid training to develop basic skills for success in our team.

Ideal candidates enjoy outdoor work in all weather, prefer independent work, and can problem solve quickly and accurately. The role includes paid training, a company vehicle, and growth opportunities in a long-standing organization.