Senior Field Technician - Utility Locating & Safety Lead

SYTE Corp; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SYTE Corp is searching for a Supervisory Field Technician in Chicago, Illinois. This position oversees daily field operations, ensuring safety, quality assurance, and technician development.

The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of utility locating experience and have previously been in a leadership role. The role involves mentoring new locators, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting field technicians. A combination of field and office responsibilities is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of utility locating experience.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of locating methodologies and troubleshooting.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support field locating technicians.
• Conduct ride-alongs, audits, and field quality inspections.
• Ensure compliance with 811 regulations and company procedures.
• Assist with escalated or complex utility locate situations.
• Mentor and train new locators on advanced locating techniques.

Skills

Utility locating experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Ticket management software

GIS systems

Job description

SYTE Corp is searching for a Supervisory Field Technician in Chicago, Illinois. This position oversees daily field operations, ensuring safety, quality assurance, and technician development.

The ideal candidate will possess over 5 years of utility locating experience and have previously been in a leadership role. The role involves mentoring new locators, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting field technicians. A combination of field and office responsibilities is expected.