Underground Locator Technician — Paid Training & Benefits

Stake Center Locating, Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

PTO and paid Holidays

Red Wing safety shoes vouchers

401(k) with company match

Paid training

Job summary

Stake Center Locating, Inc. is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground outdoors in all weather. We will train you on the job with 100% paid training.

You will learn to read maps, interpret blueprints, use locating equipment, and document tickets with a laptop while communicating with teammates and homeowners. A valid driver’s license and a HS diploma are required.

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

Safety first

Map reading

Blueprint interpretation

Communication

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

18 years of age or older

Tools

Locate equipment

Laptop usage

Job description

Stake Center Locating, Inc. is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground outdoors in all weather. We will train you on the job with 100% paid training.

You will learn to read maps, interpret blueprints, use locating equipment, and document tickets with a laptop while communicating with teammates and homeowners. A valid driver’s license and a HS diploma are required.