Utility Locate Technician — Field Work & Training

National Underground Group; Pineville (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Health insurance

401(k) match

Bonus program

Career training

Job summary

Benchmark is seeking a Locate Technician to identify underground utilities in Pineville, LA. You will use specialized equipment, read maps, and coordinate with managers and crews to ensure accurate locations.

This full-time position requires a willingness to learn, a valid driver’s license, ability to lift 50 pounds, and comfort working outdoors on-call across various terrains and weather conditions. Training leads to locator certification.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn – Instructor led training is required to receive locator certification.
• Ability to drive local roads, work outdoors, and to operate independently
• Ability to perform locate duties before or after normal business hours when on call
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Ability to access restricted and/or controlled areas (such as federal installations)
• Strong work ethic
• Ability to use computer to complete documentation and receive and send email
• Ability to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds
• Ability to walk all types of terrain in all types of weather conditions, may require walking up to 5 miles in one day

Responsibilities

• Use mechanical/technical equipment to accurately locate underground facilities.
• Communicate with managers, excavation crews, and homeowners about locate issues.
• Interpret job order tickets and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Read maps and blueprints to locate utilities accurately.
• Determine efficient routes for each locate in rural and urban areas.
• Remove and replace manhole lids.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Driving locally

On-call readiness

Valid driver’s license

Access restricted areas

Strong work ethic

Computer use

Physical endurance

Terrain navigation

Job description

Benchmark is seeking a Locate Technician to identify underground utilities in Pineville, LA. You will use specialized equipment, read maps, and coordinate with managers and crews to ensure accurate locations.

This full-time position requires a willingness to learn, a valid driver’s license, ability to lift 50 pounds, and comfort working outdoors on-call across various terrains and weather conditions. Training leads to locator certification.