Utility Locator — Field Technician (Paid Training + PTO)

stakecenterlocating; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle with fuel card

PTO and paid holidays

Safety shoe vouchers

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry-level and experienced Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground, 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.

We offer a late-model vehicle with a fuel card to ease daily commutes, PTO and paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company match.

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 tablet to receive, document, and process tickets and emails.
• 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

Outdoor work readiness

Problem solving

Reading maps/blueprints

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry-level and experienced Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground, 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.

We offer a late-model vehicle with a fuel card to ease daily commutes, PTO and paid holidays, safety shoe vouchers, and a 401(k) with company match.