Field Technician: Utility Locator with Paid Training

Heath Consultants, Inc.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks paid training

Company vehicle/allowance

Company laptop & equipment

Healthcare options

401(k) match

PTO & holidays

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Heath Consultants Incorporated is actively hiring Field Technician, Locator in Gresham, OR. This full-time role involves locating underground utilities, operating detection equipment, and marking locations in a field-heavy environment.

No prior experience required—paid training is provided. You will work on a team serving utilities nationwide, with company support for equipment and career growth.

Qualifications

• Must have valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Pass pre-employment background and drug screening.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Reliable and punctual for scheduled assignments.
• Able to lift up to 25lbs.
• Learn to utilize utility maps, records, and other resources to locate underground utility lines accurately.
• Walk/bend/kneel/stand outdoors for long periods in various terrains and conditions.
• Technical aptitude & familiarity with technology.
• Follow directions and maintain safe working practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Prior field technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities such as gas lines, electrical cables, and communication lines.
• Operate electronic detection equipment to locate and mark utilities.
• Indicate locations using paint and flags.
• Conduct site inspections to identify hazards and maintain safety.
• Utilize mapping tools and location information.
• Prioritize work by reviewing locate requests.
• Drive to sites for routine tickets and emergencies.
• Relocate to address urgent situations promptly.
• Read maps/prints to identify utilities.
• Spend 95% of time in the field with some admin tasks.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Punctual

Reliability

Technical aptitude

Strong communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic detection equipment

Job description

Heath Consultants Incorporated is actively hiring Field Technician, Locator in Gresham, OR. This full-time role involves locating underground utilities, operating detection equipment, and marking locations in a field-heavy environment.

No prior experience required—paid training is provided. You will work on a team serving utilities nationwide, with company support for equipment and career growth.