Entry-Level Utility Locator Technician: Paid Training

Stake Center Locating; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

PTO and paid holidays

Safety shoes vouchers

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is seeking entry-level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground using paint and flags, promoting damage prevention in your community. We offer on-the-job training with 100% paid training and a starting pay of $20.00 per hour.

A company vehicle with a fuel card, PTO, paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company match are provided.

Qualifications

• Eighteen years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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

Safety awareness

Map reading

Blueprint interpretation

Laptop usage

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS/locating equipment

Job description

Stake Center Locating is seeking entry-level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground using paint and flags, promoting damage prevention in your community. We offer on-the-job training with 100% paid training and a starting pay of $20.00 per hour.

A company vehicle with a fuel card, PTO, paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company match are provided.