Field Utility Locator — Paid Training & Outdoor Tech

stakecenterlocating; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate $21/hour

Company vehicle with fuel card

PTO and paid Holidays

Safety shoe vouchers

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground to promote 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.

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour. We provide a company vehicle with a fuel card, PTO and paid holidays, and a 401(k) with company match.

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

Physical stamina

Safety-first mindset

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laptop computer

Job description

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground to promote 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.

Starting pay is $21.00 per hour. We provide a company vehicle with a fuel card, PTO and paid holidays, and a 401(k) with company match.