Outdoor Utility Locator - Paid Training & PTO

stakecenterlocating; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate $20/hour

Company vehicle with fuel card

PTO & holidays

Safety shoe vouchers

401(k) with match

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground (using paint and flags), promoting damage prevention in your community. Training is provided on the job with 100% paid training and on-site support.

We offer a pay rate of $20.00 per hour, a company vehicle with a fuel card, PTO and paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, 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

Problem solving

Outdoor work

Independent work

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Locate equipment

Laptop usage

Safety gear

Job description

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground (using paint and flags), promoting damage prevention in your community. Training is provided on the job with 100% paid training and on-site support.

We offer a pay rate of $20.00 per hour, a company vehicle with a fuel card, PTO and paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company match.