Utility Locate Technician

About ELM Utility Services

ELM Utility Services is a nationwide employer committed to equal employment opportunities. Our team, consisting of over 1900 employees across the country, is dedicated to ensuring the integrity and safety of essential gas, electric, and communication systems. Our Utility Locate Technicians are vital community members responsible for accurately marking underground utilities to prevent damage during excavation work, using advanced technology such as the LaunchPoint software system.

Compensation and Benefits

• Wages range from $22.00 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Provided company vehicle, fuel card, and cell phone, with the convenience of starting your day directly from home.
• Optional benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (H.S.A.), and Teladoc services.
• Company-paid Life Insurance coverage.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) accruing up to 80 hours yearly, increasing with tenure, plus 6 paid holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan participation.
• Boot Reimbursement Program to support work gear needs.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses recognizing milestone anniversaries.

Key Duties

• Operate independently outdoors utilizing a company-provided vehicle as a mobile office to complete a daily route of locate requests.
• Precisely, safely, and efficiently identify and mark underground utilities using marking paint, flags, and at times whiskers.
• Use mobile work systems to receive and manage tasks each day.
• Commit to on-call rotations and overtime, which may include nights and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment drug test, motor vehicle record check, and background screening.
• This is a safety-sensitive position regulated by the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT); therefore, marijuana use—medical or recreational—is prohibited due to federal regulations.
• Possess a High School Diploma or GED and be at least 18 years old.
• Have a valid driver's license.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ELM Utility Services supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer including for minority, female, disability, and protected veteran candidates.