Lead Locate Technician & Field Ops Leader

Summit Utility Services; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Utility Services in Omaha, NE seeks a Lead Locate Technician to supervise locate teams, manage workload distribution, and maintain safety and compliance during underground utility work. You will mentor technicians, coordinate with corporate, handle reporting (PDR, audits), and ensure accurate inspections, inventory, and timely repairs; weekend or travel when required.

Requires strong communication, a clean driving record, and a valid license; prior locating experience is preferred and

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

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Summit Utility Services in Omaha, NE seeks a Lead Locate Technician to supervise locate teams, manage workload distribution, and maintain safety and compliance during underground utility work. You will mentor technicians, coordinate with corporate, handle reporting (PDR, audits), and ensure accurate inspections, inventory, and timely repairs; weekend or travel when required.

Requires strong communication, a clean driving record, and a valid license; prior locating experience is preferred and