Gas Locate Technician
About The Position
USIC is hiring a Gas Locate Technician for its Advanced Gas Operations division. Technicians work independently in the field, using a company-provided vehicle and locating equipment to identify gas lines and mark them to prevent damage. Depending on the assigned project, technicians may locate other utilities as well. Some hand digging to uncover gas lines may be required. USIC provides paid training and opportunities for career advancement; prior locating experience is not required, though relevant industry experience may be considered when setting 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 as needed. Overtime, weekend shifts, and on-call shifts—including nights and weekends—may be required based on business needs. Local travel during the workday is required, and some out-of-area or overnight travel may be expected.
Requirements
- Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Available to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed, including nights and weekends.
- Able to travel locally during the business day; some out-of-area or overnight travel may be expected.
- Able to pass a drug screen for this 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 weighing 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 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 an assigned area and mark them with paint and flags to prevent damage.
- Perform some hand digging to uncover 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.
- Read and reference locate tickets, maps, and prints, and communicate with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners.
Benefits
- 100% paid training.
- Company vehicle and fuel card; work-related expenses are paid.
- Company phone and equipment.
- DailyPay access to earned 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, even if not called out to an emergency.
- 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 with discounted tuition through Indiana Tech and scholarships for employees.
- 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
