Underground Utility Locator Technician – Paid Training

Stake Center Locating; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle with fuel card

PTO and holidays

Safety shoe vouchers

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is seeking a Utility Locator (Field Technician) in Michigan to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground. The role offers on-site outdoor work and on-the-job training with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Entry-level and experienced technicians are welcome; compensation starts at $20–$27 per hour and includes training and benefits. A valid driver’s license is required. This is a career-focused opportunity with growth potential.

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

• 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 & sequence for locating.
• Use provided locate equipment & technology to accurately locate underground utilities.
• Communicate effectively with peers, managers, and homeowners.

Skills

Age requirement

Driver's license

Stamina

Physical endurance

Background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Stake Center Locating is seeking a Utility Locator (Field Technician) in Michigan to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground. The role offers on-site outdoor work and on-the-job training with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Entry-level and experienced technicians are welcome; compensation starts at $20–$27 per hour and includes training and benefits. A valid driver’s license is required. This is a career-focused opportunity with growth potential.