Underground Utility Locator — Field Technician (Paid Training)

stakecenterlocating; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Company vehicle with fuel card

PTO and paid holidays

Safety shoe vouchers (Red Wing)

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground to promote damage prevention. We will train you on the job and equip you with the basic skills to be successful in our 100% paid training.

This role offers opportunities to work outdoors and grow with a company started in 1997. We provide a late-model vehicle with a fuel card for daily commuting, PTO and paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company

Qualifications

• Eighteen years of age or older.
• 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

• We will train entry level Locating Technicians to think safety first.
• Use a laptop computer to receive, document and process tickets and email.
• Read maps, interpret blueprints, and determine the best method and sequence for locating.
• Use provided locate equipment and technology to accurately locate underground utilities. Communicate effectively with peers, managers, and homeowners.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground to promote damage prevention. We will train you on the job and equip you with the basic skills to be successful in our 100% paid training.

This role offers opportunities to work outdoors and grow with a company started in 1997. We provide a late-model vehicle with a fuel card for daily commuting, PTO and paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company