Locate Technician (Entry Level) – Springfield MA�

Launch your career in damage prevention as a Locate Technician (Entry Level) with Stake Center Locating in Springfield, MA — a hands-on, full-time field role where no prior experience is required and all training is provided.

About the Role

As an entry-level Locate Technician based in Springfield, Hampden County, you'll work outdoors across your community identifying buried utility lines before digging begins. Starting pay is $23.00 per hour, and Stake Center Locating delivers 100% paid, on-the-job training that gives you every skill you need to thrive. This is more than a paycheck — it's a chance to protect neighborhoods from costly and dangerous utility damage.

Key Responsibilities

• Pinpoint the location of underground utilities at job sites throughout the Springfield area
• Clearly mark line positions on the ground using paint and flags
• Diagnose and troubleshoot locating equipment and signal issues in the field
• Support damage-prevention efforts that keep your community safe
• Follow established safety practices and accuracy standards on every assignment

Qualifications

• No previous locating experience needed — this is a true entry-level opportunity
• Willingness to learn through our fully paid training program
• Comfortable working outdoors and on your feet in varied weather conditions
• Attention to detail and a commitment to doing the job right the first time
• Availability for full-time work in Springfield, Hampden County

About Stake Center Locating

Stake Center Locating is dedicated to keeping communities safe by accurately marking underground utilities and preventing excavation damage. We invest in our people from day one, offering paid training, real responsibility, and a clear path to grow as a skilled Locate Technician.

How to Apply

Ready to start an entry-level Locate Technician career in Springfield, MA? View the full listing and submit your application via Adzuna to join the Stake Center Locating team.