Utility Locator (Field Technician)

Job Description

Utility Locator (Field Technician) | Stake Center Locating

The Tone:
This is an early career field-based role at Stake Center Locating. The company is dedicated to preventing damage to underground utilities, which is crucial for community safety and infrastructure integrity. This position is vital for accurately identifying and marking these utilities, directly contributing to public safety and efficient operations.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time (flexible schedule, including some evenings, weekends, and holidays; on-call rotation)
• Location: In-person, Evansville, IN
• Pay: $20 hourly
• Team: Part of a field operations team, reporting to a manager
• Mission: Prevent damage within communities by accurately locating underground utilities.
• Tech Stack: Laptop computer, electronic locating equipment

What You’ll Actually Do
• Safety Adherence: Prioritize and rigorously follow all established safety protocols.
• Ticket Processing: Utilize a laptop computer to manage, document, and process incoming tickets and emails efficiently.
• Site Planning: Interpret blueprints and maps to effectively plan and sequence utility locating methods.
• Utility Location: Accurately identify and mark underground utilities using specialized equipment and technology.
• Stakeholder Communication: Effectively communicate critical information with peers, managers, and homeowners regarding utility locations.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Early career professional with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: No prior locating experience required; 100% paid training is provided. Must be eighteen years of age or older, possess a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Skills: Ability to read maps and interpret blueprints, capacity for independent work, effective problem-solving, and clear communication.