Field Locate Operations Leader

Stake Center Locating; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is hiring an Area Manager, Locate to lead field teams across the 48 contiguous United States. You will oversee workload, manage customer relations, and coordinate IT and purchasing while mentoring Supervisors.

The role requires strong knowledge of underground utilities, excellent communication, and the ability to handle discipline, inspections, and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clean background check for access to restricted and/or controlled areas.
• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass random drug screens and to remain drug free.
• Ability to locate.
• Ability to effectively perform a PDR or damage investigation.
• Ability to interact with all involved, the public, customers, contractors, utility representatives and all those under their direction.
• Excellent communication skills at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversight of workload distribution.
• Customer relations.
• Interaction with Corporate.
• IT and purchasing along with homeowners and the general public.
• Oversight of disciplinary action.
• Inspections of vehicles and equipment.
• Inventory ordering.
• Mentor Supervisors for performance improvement.
• Assist in damage resolution when necessary.
• Interpret all reports- i.e. PDR, audits and production.
• Assist in difficult locate jobs when necessary.
• Maintain force to load requirements.
• Performance Reviews for staff.

Skills

Excellent communication skills at all

Ability to interact with all involved,

Ability to locate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Stake Center Locating is hiring an Area Manager, Locate to lead field teams across the 48 contiguous United States. You will oversee workload, manage customer relations, and coordinate IT and purchasing while mentoring Supervisors.

The role requires strong knowledge of underground utilities, excellent communication, and the ability to handle discipline, inspections, and travel as needed.