Utility Locate Technician $23.00-$35.00/hr Akron, Ohio

ELM Utility Services • Akron, OH

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About The Position

ELM Utility Services is hiring Utility Locate Technicians in the Akron, Ohio area. Technicians help protect gas, electric, and communication systems by accurately marking underground utilities to prevent damage during excavation. The role involves working independently outdoors, using a company-provided vehicle as a mobile office and completing a daily route of locate requests. Technicians use the LaunchPoint software system and a mobile work system to receive and complete daily tasks. Starting wages are $23.00–$35.00 per hour, depending on experience. This is a safety-sensitive DOT position subject to applicable Federal Department of Transportation regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, motor vehicle record check, and background check.
• Ability to distinguish colors and read and understand written and verbal communication and instructions in English.
• Comply with Federal Department of Transportation regulations applicable to this safety-sensitive position; marijuana use is prohibited.

Responsibilities

• Complete a daily route of utility locate requests while working independently outdoors.
• Accurately, safely, and efficiently locate and mark underground utilities using marking paint, flags, and sometimes whiskers.
• Use the mobile work system to receive daily tasks.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and work overtime as needed, including nights and weekends when necessary.

Benefits

• Company vehicle, fuel card, and cell phone provided for take-home use.
• Optional medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus FSA, H.S.A., and Teladoc.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off for vacation and sick time, accruing up to 80 hours per full year and increasing with years of service.
• Six paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan.
• Boot reimbursement program.
• Elite Performance incentives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED