Utility Locator: Field Tech (Paid Training, Benefits)

Stake Center Locating; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle home use

PTO and paid Holidays

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, promoting damage prevention in your community. We train you on the job and equip you with the basic skills to be successful in our 100% paid training.

What you’ll need includes a preference to work outdoors in all weather, a desire to work independently and an ability to problem solve with speed and accuracy. The role is outdoors and field-based.

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

Walk ability

Heavy lifting

Background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic locating equipment

Job description

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

What you’ll need includes a preference to work outdoors in all weather, a desire to work independently and an ability to problem solve with speed and accuracy. The role is outdoors and field-based.