Lead Locate Technician- Council Bluffs, IA

Summit Utility Services; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Utility Services in Council Bluffs, IA seeks a Lead Locate Technician to supervise locator crews and oversee workload distribution, ensuring safe and accurate underground utility locating operations.

You will coordinate with Corporate, handle IT and purchasing tasks with homeowners and the public, and mentor technicians for performance improvements while maintaining compliance and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Clean background check for access to restricted areas.
• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass random drug screens and remain drug free.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of Locate Technicians.
• Oversight of workload distribution.
• Customer relations and 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 Technicians for performance improvement.
• Assist in damage resolution when necessary.
• Interpret all reports (PDR, audits, production).
• Assist in difficult locate jobs when necessary.
• Maintain force to load requirements.
• Performance Reviews for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PDR/Damage investigation

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The Lead Locate Technician will be responsible for performing the following duties:

• Supervision of Locate Technicians.
• Oversight of work load 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 Technicians 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.

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.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experienced in effective leadership in the locating industry.
• Excellent communications skills oral and written.
• Comprehensive understanding of underground utility construction and placement required.
• Successfully complete company provided Locate Technician training program and pass all required testing.
• Requires long hours when necessary. May require weekend and holiday work when necessary.
• Some travel maybe required including overnight stays and out of town assignments and or training.
• Must have above average computer skills.