Underground Utility Locator – Paid Training, Field Tech

stakecenterlocating; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Safety shoe vouchers

On-the-job training

Job summary

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

Expect a field-based role outdoors in all weather with independent work and problem-solving focus. The company provides a late-model vehicle with a fuel card for daily commuting, PTO and paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, a 401(k) with company match, and

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

Problem solving

Independence

Safety awareness

Reading maps

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laptop

Locate equipment

Blueprint interpretation

Job description

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

Expect a field-based role outdoors in all weather with independent work and problem-solving focus. The company provides a late-model vehicle with a fuel card for daily commuting, PTO and paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, a 401(k) with company match, and