Gas Locate Technician
About The Position
USIC is hiring Gas Locate Technicians for its Advanced Gas Operations division, which provides dedicated service to gas customers. Technicians work independently in the field, using a company-provided vehicle and locating equipment to identify and mark underground gas lines and help prevent damage to utility infrastructure. Depending on the assigned project, technicians may locate utilities beyond gas lines. The work includes some hand digging to uncover gas lines and requires following applicable company, client, state, and federal damage-prevention guidelines. USIC provides training and opportunities for advancement; prior locating experience is not required, although relevant industry experience may be considered when determining starting pay. These are daytime, full-time positions. Because many locates have a 48-hour turnaround, technicians generally work the day after holidays and some weekends. Overtime, weekend shifts, and on-call shifts—including nights and weekends—may be required based on business needs.
Requirements
- Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Available to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed.
- Ability to travel locally during the business day; some out-of-area or overnight travel may be expected.
- Able to pass a drug screen; this is a safety-sensitive position.
- Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
- Able to stand and walk for long periods on varying terrain, bend and stoop, and lift items up to 75 lbs.
- Able to distinguish between colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities.
- Proficiency with technology.
- Able to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, maps, and prints, and possess basic math skills to calculate distances.
- Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.
Nice To Haves
- Previous industry experience; it may be considered when determining starting pay.
- Previous outdoor experience.
- Customer service experience.
Responsibilities
- Use locating equipment to determine the location of gas lines in a designated area.
- Mark utility locations with paint and flags to prevent damage to underground infrastructure.
- Perform some hand digging to unearth gas lines when required.
- Develop knowledge and understanding of underground utility infrastructure.
- Follow company, client, state, and federal damage-prevention guidelines.
- Locate other utilities in addition to gas lines when required by the assigned project.
- Work independently in the field and provide clear, complete mark-out services at work sites.
Benefits
- 100% paid training.
- Company vehicle and fuel card; work-related expenses are paid.
- Company phone and equipment.
- DailyPay access to pay.
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off and paid holidays, including in the first year.
- Weekend and holiday on-call pay.
- Career Path Program with titles, promotions, and other recognition.
- USIC All Stars employee recognition program with points redeemable for gift cards or merchandise.
- $200 work-boot voucher on the first anniversary and every year thereafter.
- Education partnership with discounted tuition through Indiana Tech and employee scholarships.
- Credit hours for completing the utility locator training curriculum and/or for military service.
- Employee discounts and perks at major retailers and service providers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
