Utility Locate Technician $21.85-$34.00/hr Kalispell, Montana

ELM Utility Services • Kalispell, MT

2d • Remote

About The Position

ELM Utility Services is seeking a Utility Locate Technician in the Kalispell, Montana area. This role involves providing essential services to the community by marking underground utilities such as gas, electric, and communications systems to prevent excavation damage. Technicians use state-of-the-art technology and a company-provided vehicle as their mobile office. Paid training is provided by ELM using their equipment and proprietary software.

Requirements

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark underground utilities, primarily electric and gas lines, using marking paint, flags, and whiskers.
• Complete all necessary digital documentation and paperwork.
• Receive daily route and locate requests via a handheld smartphone.
• Respond to emergency calls in a timely manner.
• Work independently outdoors utilizing a company-provided vehicle as a mobile office.

Benefits

• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid-Time Off accrual (PTO)
• Vacation/Sick Time (80 hours per year to start)
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Company Phone, Laptop and equipment
• 401(k) plan
• Boot Reimbursement Program
• Paid hands-on training
• Annual reviews with the potential for increases

What This Job Offers

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