Utility Locator Technician

Olameter Corporation • Lafayette, LA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

We're currently hiring for Utility Locator Technicians in Lafayette, LA.

Experienced Locators are preferred, but we are also accepting inexperienced applicants and will provide paid training!

All of our field technicians are provided with:

Safety gear including company boot (allowance), vests, glasses, etc.
Military-grade computer device
Company issued truck
Company fuel card (yes, we pay your gas!)
Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K, Life insurance and short term Disability (FULL paid health insurance for employee only coverage!)

Responsibilities: 

Line locators will work under the direction of their company supervisor, performing work that involves visual inspection of predefined construction areas and reading and interpretation of utility maps to determine the presence of underground utilities, while using special electronic equipment to locate and protect the utility from being damaged. Some of these utilities include gas, electric, water, cable, sewer and more.

Olameter is one of the largest meter servicing companies in North America providing services to over 300 different utility companies. 

Olameter is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state/provincial, or local laws.

If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please contact us at 1-800-903-7003.

If you want to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply today! #INDLUS

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Upon employment, subject to random drug testing in compliance with DOT guidelines
• Successfully complete the company’s training program and pass applicable written and field tests
• Develop a general knowledge of state and local damage prevention regulations
• Learn and apply safety measure relating to motor vehicle operation and other field related matters

Responsibilities

• Line locators will work under the direction of their company supervisor, performing work that involves visual inspection of predefined construction areas and reading and interpretation of utility maps to determine the presence of underground utilities, while using special electronic equipment to locate and protect the utility from being damaged.
• Some of these utilities include gas, electric, water, cable, sewer and more.

Benefits

• Safety gear including company boot (allowance), vests, glasses, etc.
• Military-grade computer device
• Company issued truck
• Company fuel card (yes, we pay your gas!)
• Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, 401K, Life insurance and short term Disability (FULL paid health insurance for employee only coverage!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees