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 independently work in the field, using a company-provided vehicle and locating equipment to find and mark underground gas lines and help prevent damage to utility infrastructure. Depending on the assigned project, technicians may also locate other utilities. Some hand digging may be required. The role includes learning about underground utility infrastructure and following company, client, state, and federal damage-prevention guidelines. No prior locating experience is required; USIC provides paid training and opportunities for advancement. Positions are daytime and full-time. Because many locates have a 48-hour turnaround, work generally takes place the day after holidays and may include weekends. Overtime 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.
- Able 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 pounds.
- Able to distinguish between colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities.
- Proficient 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 outdoor experience.
- Previous industry experience; may be considered when determining starting pay.
- Customer service experience.
Responsibilities
- Use locating equipment to determine the location of gas lines in an assigned area.
- Mark utility locations with paint and flags to help prevent damage to infrastructure.
- Perform 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 utilities other than gas lines when required by the assigned project.
Benefits
- 100% paid training.
- Company vehicle and fuel card; work-related expenses are paid.
- Company phone and equipment.
- DailyPay access.
- 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.
- 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 offering discounted tuition and employee scholarships, plus credit hours for completing the utility locator training curriculum or 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
