Underground Locator: Paid Training, PTO & 401(k)

Stake Center Locating; West Frankfort (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

PTO & holidays

Safety shoe vouchers

401(k) with match

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry-level and experienced Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground, promoting damage prevention in your community.

Starting pay range is $21- $28/hr based on locating experience, and we will train you on the job with 100% paid training. You should enjoy outdoor work in all weather, prefer independence, and have strong problem-solving skills.

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

• Use a tablet 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

Outdoor work

Problem solving

Map reading

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tablet

Blueprint interpretation

Job description

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry-level and experienced Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground, promoting damage prevention in your community.

Starting pay range is $21- $28/hr based on locating experience, and we will train you on the job with 100% paid training. You should enjoy outdoor work in all weather, prefer independence, and have strong problem-solving skills.