Gas Locator Technician — Outdoor Field Role

USIC; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid training

Company vehicle & fuel card

DailyPay

Comprehensive insurance options

401(k) with company match

PTO & paid holidays

On-call pay

Career Path Program (CPP)

USIC All Stars

Tenure Boots Program

Education Partnership & Scholarship

Employee discounts

Job summary

USIC is seeking outdoor locators for the Advanced Gas Operations division to locate gas lines and mark locations in the field. This full-time role emphasizes safety, reliability, and working in various weather conditions across local sites.

No prior locating experience is required, though familiarity with fieldwork and a safety mindset helps. The job includes paid training, a company vehicle, and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities for overtime and advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Willing to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts.
• Must be able to travel locally; some overnight travel may be required.
• Must pass a drug screen (safety-sensitive position).
• Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
• Able to stand and walk long periods; lift up to 75 lbs.
• Able to distinguish colors used to identify wiring.
• Proficiency with technology.
• Able to read locate tickets, maps, and prints; basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Use locating equipment to determine the location of gas lines in a designated area and mark the area with paint and flags to prevent damage to utility infrastructure.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of underground utility infrastructure.
• Follow all company, client, state, and federal damage prevention guidelines.
• As a technician in our Advanced Gas Operations division, you may locate other utilities in addition to gas lines, depending upon the project.

Skills

Outdoor work

Travel locally

Drug screen

Tech proficiency

Customer service

Job description

USIC is seeking outdoor locators for the Advanced Gas Operations division to locate gas lines and mark locations in the field. This full-time role emphasizes safety, reliability, and working in various weather conditions across local sites.

No prior locating experience is required, though familiarity with fieldwork and a safety mindset helps. The job includes paid training, a company vehicle, and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities for overtime and advancement.