Gas Locate Technician

Job Description

Are you an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys independent field work and is looking to jump start your career? If you are a quality‑conscious, safety‑focused, hard‑working individual, then consider an exciting long‑term career at USIC! Our mission is to deliver quality, efficient, safe, and innovative solutions to protect our partners’ infrastructure and critical assets. At USIC, we are committed to Leading from the Ground Up.

USIC is America's leader in underground utility damage prevention and advanced infrastructure services, performing more than 84 million locates each year for the more than 1,400 telecommunications, electric, gas, water, and sewer utilities and municipalities we serve nationwide. Our Advanced Gas Operations (AGO) division provides dedicated service to our gas customers.

$20.00 Hourly

• Use locating equipment to determine the location of gas lines in a designated area and mark the area with paint and flags to prevent damage to utility infrastructure. Some hand digging to unearth gas lines may be required.
• Develop knowledge and understanding of underground utility infrastructure.
• Follow all company, client, state, and federal damage prevention guidelines.
• As a technician in the Advanced Gas Operations division, you may locate other utilities in addition to gas lines, depending upon the project to which you are assigned.

These are daytime, full‑time positions. You must be able to work overtime, weekend shifts, and on‑call shifts (including nights and weekends) as needed. A 48‑hour turnaround time on many locates means we generally work the day after holidays and some weekends.

• 100% paid training – Starting on your first day.
• High‑quality company vehicle & fuel card – All work‑related expenses are paid.
• Company laptop, phone, & equipment – Advanced technology you can count on.
• Daily Pay – Access your pay when you need it.
• Comprehensive insurance options – Medical, dental, vision, and life.
• 401(k) with company match – Help you save for the long term.
• PTO & paid holidays – Even in your first year.
• Weekend & holiday on‑call pay – Earn extra money while on call over the weekend or on a company holiday.
• Technician Incentive Plan – Bonuses based on individual quality and safety results.
• Career Path Program – Recognize employees with titles, promotions, and more.
• USIC All Stars – Earn points for living our company values and celebrating milestones.
• Tenure Boots Program – $200 voucher to buy new work boots on your first anniversary and each year thereafter.
• Education Partnership & Scholarship Program – Discounted tuition for students, spouses, and dependents.
• Employee discounts & perks – Outstanding discounts at major retailers and service providers.

• 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 business day; occasional 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 safe driving record.
• Able to stand and walk for long periods on varying 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, maps and prints; possess basic math skill to calculate distances.
• Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners; customer service experience is a plus.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply.