Senior Underground Utility Locator & Field Technician

Accumark, Inc.; Akron, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark, a leader in damage prevention services, seeks a Sr. Locate Technician in Akron, OH to identify and map underground utilities using advanced equipment.

You will work with construction teams, utility companies, and homeowners to provide precise location data and ensure safe excavation. Responsibilities include operating locate equipment, reading maps and blueprints, communicating locate issues daily, and documenting findings while following safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires 1-2 years locate experience.
• Ability to drive local roads, work outdoors, and to operate independently.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to access restricted and/or controlled areas (such as federal installations).
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to use computer to complete documentation and receive and send email.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk all types of terrain (grass, ditches, wooded areas, gravel, etc.) in and around construction zones and residential, commercial, industrial, rural areas in all types of weather conditions (rain snow, cold, heat). May require walking up to 5 miles in one day, several times a week.

Responsibilities

• Use mechanical/technical equipment to accurately locate underground facilities such as telephone lines, electrical power lines, cable television lines, gas lines, fiber optic lines, water lines, and sewer lines.
• Communicate and interact daily with managers, excavation crews, and homeowners to discuss locate issues.
• Interpret job order tickets and respond appropriately to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Read maps and blueprints to ensure accurate location of utilities
• Determine efficient routes to each location in rural and urban areas
• Remove and replace manhole lids

Skills

Locate experience

Driver's license

Outdoor work

Documentation & email

Job description

Benchmark, a leader in damage prevention services, seeks a Sr. Locate Technician in Akron, OH to identify and map underground utilities using advanced equipment.

You will work with construction teams, utility companies, and homeowners to provide precise location data and ensure safe excavation. Responsibilities include operating locate equipment, reading maps and blueprints, communicating locate issues daily, and documenting findings while following safety protocols.