Advanced Locate Technician
The starting pay for this position is $21 to $32 per hour based on previous experience.
About the role
As leaders in the utility industry concentrating on quality and safety, RECONN is looking for people to join our team who are problem solvers, take pride in public safety, and are comfortable in a fast-paced, exciting work environment. These are daytime, full-time positions and some overtime may be required. Training will be provided, but prior industry experience is required.
Advanced Locate Technicians are responsible for the correct, safe, and efficient locating of underground utilities. This includes taking time to thoroughly search for all underground utilities in an area, properly marking the location, completing the necessary paperwork, and documenting each locate. This position requires you to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions and use a company-provided laptop and smartphone to document the locate.
Responsibilities
- Correctly, safely, and efficiently locate underground utilities
- Thoroughly search for all underground utilities in an area
- Properly mark the location of utilities
- Complete necessary paperwork and documentation for each locate
- Work outdoors in various weather conditions
- Use a company-provided laptop and smartphone for documentation
- Travel locally during the business day; some out-of-area or overnight travel may be expected
- Work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed
Requirements
- 1 year of utility locating experience required
- Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions (previous outdoor experience is a plus)
- Available to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed
- Ability to travel locally during the business day; some out-of-area or overnight travel may be expected
- Able to pass a drug screen (this is a safety-sensitive position)
- Valid driver’s license and a safe driving record
- Able to stand and walk for long periods of time on varying types of terrain; bend and stoop; lift heavy items up to 75 lbs
- Able to distinguish between colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities
- Computer proficiency
- Able to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, as well as maps and prints; possess basic math skills to calculate distances
- Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners (customer service experience is a plus)
Benefits
- 100% paid training
- High-quality company vehicle & fuel card (all work-related expenses are paid)
- Company laptop, phone, & equipment
- DailyPay – Access your pay when you need it
- Comprehensive insurance options (medical, dental, vision, and life)
- 401(k) with company match
- PTO & paid holidays (even in your first year)
- Weekend & holiday on-call pay (earn extra money while on call)
- Technician Incentive Plan – Bonuses based on individual quality and safety results
- Career Path Program (CPP) – Unmatched in our industry, with distinctive titles, promotions, and more
- USIC All Stars – Employee recognition program with points redeemable for gift cards or merchandise
- Tenure Boots Program – $200 voucher to buy a new pair of work boots on your first anniversary and every year after
- Education Partnership & Scholarship Program – Discounted tuition for employees, spouses, and dependents through Indiana Tech (online courses available nationwide). Scholarships available for employees. Credit hours for completing utility locator training or military service
- Employee discounts & perks – Outstanding discounts at major retailers and service providers
Veterans are encouraged to apply.