Locate Technician (Entry Level) - Jerseyville, IL (Jersey Co)

Stake Center Locating is hiring entry-level Locate Technicians to locate underground utilities, troubleshoot, and mark the ground using paint and flags, 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. What We Offer: Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour. We provide late‑model vehicles with a fuel card that allows you to avoid high gas prices on your daily commute. You take the vehicle home every night for company use only. PTO and paid Holidays – best in class. We provide vouchers that can be used on 300+ types of Red Wing safety shoes (a total of $200 after every twelve months of service). 401(k) with company match. Key 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. 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. Schedule: Flexible schedule required (some evenings, weekends, and an occasional holiday) as ticket/production load requires. Employees will respond to emergency calls during scheduled on‑call shift rotation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stake-Center-Locating