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Stake Center Locating

Locate Technician - Thornton, CO

Thornton, CO · On-site

$38K - $38K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Stake Center Locating is recruiting new and experienced Locators to complete our team. If you have been locating for a while, then you know the drill. You know that not everyone can do this work and ...

Stake Center Locating

Locate Technician - Thornton, CO

Thornton, CO · On-site

$38K - $38K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Stake Center Locating is recruiting new and experienced Locators to complete our team. If you have been locating for a while, then you know the drill. You know that not everyone can do this work and ...

Stake Center Locating

Locate Technician - Thornton, CO

Thornton, CO · On-site

$38K - $38K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Stake Center Locating is recruiting new and experienced Locators to complete our team. If you have been locating for a while, then you know the drill. You know that not everyone can do this work and ...

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How much do locating jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for locating in Colorado is $19.37, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $20.24 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by utility locators in the field, and how can they be managed?

Utility locators often encounter challenges such as unclear or outdated utility maps, working in adverse weather conditions, and dealing with high-traffic or construction-heavy areas. To manage these obstacles, effective communication with team members and other contractors is crucial, as is staying up-to-date with the latest locating technologies and safety protocols. Building strong problem-solving skills and maintaining attention to detail help locators accurately mark utilities, reducing the risk of damage and ensuring project timelines stay on track.

What is a locating job?

A locating job involves finding and marking underground utilities, pipes, or cables to prevent damage during construction or excavation. Workers often use specialized tools like ground-penetrating radar and must follow safety protocols and industry standards. It requires attention to detail and knowledge of mapping and surveying techniques.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a utility locator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Utility Locator, you need a solid understanding of utility mapping, underground infrastructure, and safety protocols, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with electromagnetic locating equipment, GIS mapping systems, and utility detection tools is typically required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills, and effective communication are essential soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate identification of utilities, prevent costly damages, and promote safety on construction sites.

What does a locating technician do?

A locating technician, often referred to simply as a 'locator,' is responsible for identifying and marking the locations of underground utilities such as water, gas, electrical, and telecommunications lines before excavation work begins. Using specialized equipment and maps, they ensure that construction and digging projects do not damage critical infrastructure. This job helps prevent service disruptions, costly repairs, and enhances public safety by reducing the risk of accidents related to underground utilities.
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Infographic showing various Locating job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $40,293 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Locate Technician - Denver, Colorado

Stake Center Locating

Arvada, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago

Stake Center Locating rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Stake Center Locating is recruiting new and experienced Locators to complete our team.

If you have been locating for a while, then you know the drill. You know that not everyone can do this work and do it well. You know that the independence and problem solving demonstrated every day comes with big responsibilities. If you are reading this though it probably also means that despite hard days and long days, you still want to be a locate technician.

Stake Center values your experience. We respect the miles you have logged, the tickets you have cleared and the expertise that only comes with time. We have also seen the trends in our industry. There is a lot of bouncing around between companies and we want to be your last stop.

Since 1997, we have been on a mission to make Stake Center a better place to work. We have been working with our locate technicians to make Stake Center the company of choice for locators like you. In just the last six months:

  • We began an aggressive role out plan to put best-in-the-business locating devices and late model vehicles, into the hands of 100% of our locate technicians.
  • We are providing vouchers that can be used on 300+ types of Red Wing safety shoes
  • We instituted a Hall of Fame to recognize the best locators in the company and we believe, some of the very best in the industry.
  • Referral bonus programs are in place all states. If you would like to work in a state that is not where you live today, let us know as relocation support may be available.
  • Finally, we conducted an industry-wide scan of employee benefits and believe we are as good and often better than others. Where we are best-in-class (as with paid holidays), we intend to stay that way.
    • Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k (Tops in the industry!)

Don’t take our word for it though, drop us an email at experiencecounts@stakecenter.com to talk to one of our top locate technicians or request a fast-track application for experienced hires only.

We understand what is at stake for our employees, our customers, and our customers’ customers. That is why we continually invest in our people, equipment and technology. To us you are a professional - this is a career not just a job!

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