Advanced Locate Technician

Do you want to start your career with a company that values integrity, dedication, and hard work every single day? We offer competitive pay, a generous benefits package, and opportunities for advancement. Blood Hound offers a comprehensive suite of private utility locating and subsurface utility engineering (SUE) services to its diverse customer base, composed of Engineering, Environmental, Utility, Surveying, and other Construction and Infrastructure. Advanced Locate (SUE) Technicians are required to utilize advanced observational skills and deductive reasoning to identify, locate, and mark all utilities within the specified job scope. Successful candidates will possess troubleshooting skills and be willing and able to learn new procedures and technologies. Private utility locating involves marking ALL facilities regardless of ownership or type, including sewer, electric, abandoned facilities, chemical transport, and other exotic utilities. Candidates should be detail oriented and are expected to maintain a professional and positive attitude. The pay for this position is $24-$26/hour, plus commission. The selected candidate may reside anywhere within the Sioux Falls, SD area. This position covers but is not limited to: Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, and Minnesota (as necessary). Why You'll Love Working for Us (Our Benefits): Opportunity for increased responsibility and career advancement Monthly bonus opportunities - Variable monthly bonus paid to you each month, based on meeting or exceeding revenue goals High-quality company vehicle - All work-related expenses are paid. This means you won't be using your personal vehicle for work purposes. Company laptop, phone, and equipment - Advanced technology you can count on. Daily pay - Access your pay when you need it most. Instantly transfer your earnings to your bank the same day. Comprehensive insurance options - A variety of excellent insurance choices, including medical, dental, vision, and life. 401(k) with company match - We will help you save for the long term with our competitive 401(k) employer match program. PTO and paid holidays - Even in your first year, so that you can spend time with your loved ones. Tenure Boots Program - Provides a $200 voucher to buy a new pair of work boots on your first anniversary and every year after. Tech Health Desk - Dedicated representatives to get you what you need when you need it. Employee discounts & perks - Outstanding discounts at major retailers and service providers. What We Need from You (Our Requirements): Must have at least 1 year of private locating experience with a demonstrated commitment to quality and attention to detail or 2 years of public locating experience with exposure to multiple utility types Experience reading CAD, GIS, and MicroStation files is a plus Candidates must be able to pass a 'fit to work' physical examination Over time, after-hours work and be available for some overnight travel Detail-oriented and able to maintain a professional and positive attitude We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Job Type: Full-time Pay: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the U.S? We will run a Motor Vehicle Record check to verify your driving record. Do you have a valid driver's license? This position requires you to travel 5-15% of the time, with some positions up to 75% of the time. Are you able to be out of town up to, but not limited to, 2 weeks at a time? Are you able to work and drive outdoors in varying weather conditions with or without a reasonable accommodation? Overtime is a potential essential job function. Are you willing to work overtime as needed? This position requires you to repeatedly bend, reach, walk and lift up to 75 lbs. Can you do these things, with or without a reasonable accommodation? Were you ever employed by USIC, CUS, Safe Site, Premier Utility Services, Blood Hound or On Target? Do you have experience working with a company issued field tablet/laptop/smart phone? Are you proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel? Please describe types of equipment utilized in your locating experience, be as specific as possible. If you do not have locating experience type 'N/A' in the response. How many years locating experience do you have? Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr