Utility Locate Technician $22.00-$30.00/hr San Marcos, Texas

ELM Utility Services; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) plan

Boot reimbursement program

Job summary

ELM Utility Services is seeking a Utility Locate Technician in San Marcos, Texas. This role is essential for maintaining reliable gas, electric, and communication systems through accurate utility marking. Starting wages range from $22.00 to $30.00 based on experience, along with benefits like a company vehicle, health insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

The ideal candidate will work independently, use specialized software, and must meet safety compliance standards.

Qualifications

• Can work independently outdoors with a company vehicle.
• Must comply with all Federal Department of Transportation regulations.
• At least 18 years of age with a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark underground utilities accurately and efficiently.
• Complete a route of locate requests each day.
• Use mobile work system to manage daily tasks.

Skills

Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug test

Knowledge of underground utilities marking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

LaunchPoint software

Job description

ELM Utility Services is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status.

ELM Utility Services, with a team of over 1300 employees nationwide, is offering a great opportunity for a Utility Locate Technician in the San Marcos, Texas area. ELM Technicians are essential in their communities, ensuring that gas, electric, and communication systems are dependable and well‑maintained. They perform high‑quality utility marking to avoid damage during the excavation of these vital facilities. Our technicians use the advanced LaunchPoint software system, which incorporates the latest technology to create efficiencies.

Starting wages for this position will be $22.00-$30.00 depending on experience.

Benefits

• Company vehicle, fuel card, and cell phone provided for daily use.
• Convenience of starting your day from home and driving directly to your first job site instead of reporting to the office each day.
• Optional benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FSA, HSA, and Teladoc.
• Company Paid Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for vacation and sick time (accrues up to 80 hours per full year and increases with years of service).
• 6 Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) plan.
• Boot Reimbursement Program.
• Elite Performance incentives.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Work independently outdoors with your company‑provided vehicle as your mobile office, completing a route of locate requests each day.
• Accurately, safely, and efficiently locate and mark underground utilities using marking paint, flags, and sometimes whiskers.
• Use your mobile work system to receive your daily tasks.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass a pre‑employment drug test, Motor Vehicle Record, and background check.
• Compliance with all Federal Department of Transportation regulations as a Safety‑Sensitive DOT position.
• Use of Marijuana (medical or recreational) is prohibited; the substance remains a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act.
• High School Diploma or GED and at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license.