Utility Locate Technician $23.00-$30.00/hr St. Louis, Missouri
About The Position
ELM Utility Services is hiring a Utility Locate Technician in the St. Louis, Missouri area. Technicians help ensure gas, electric, and communication systems remain dependable and well-maintained by accurately marking underground utilities to prevent damage during excavation. The role uses the LaunchPoint software system and a mobile work system to manage and complete daily locate requests. Technicians work independently outdoors, using a company-provided vehicle as a mobile office and traveling directly from home to their first job site. Starting wages are $23.00–$30.00 per hour, depending on experience. This is a safety-sensitive DOT position subject to Federal Department of Transportation regulations; marijuana use is prohibited.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- 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; 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 benefits, as well as 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.
- Bonuses for milestone anniversaries.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
