Underground Utility Locator - Paid Training, Home Vehicle

stakecenterlocating; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle with fuel card

PTO and paid Holidays

Red Wing safety shoe vouchers

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 (using paint and flags), promoting damage prevention in your community.

We will train you on the job and equip you with the basic skills to be successful in our 100% paid training. What you’ll need to bring is a preference to work outdoors in all weather, a desire to work independently and an ability to problem solve with speed and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Eighteen years of age or older.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to walk up to 5 miles a day 2-3 times a week.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs with equipment; up to 75 lbs with aid.
• Pass pre-employment background and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Think Safety First.
• Use a laptop to receive, document and process tickets and email.
• Read maps and blueprints to determine locating method and sequence.
• Use locate equipment to accurately locate underground utilities.
• Communicate effectively with peers, managers, and homeowners.

Skills

Outdoor work

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma/equivalent

Tools

Locate equipment

Job description

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground (using paint and flags), promoting damage prevention in your community.

We will train you on the job and equip you with the basic skills to be successful in our 100% paid training. What you’ll need to bring is a preference to work outdoors in all weather, a desire to work independently and an ability to problem solve with speed and accuracy.