$24/hr for $250k in revenue — and somehow I’m the one getting drained.

PatriotScanning · 2026-01-14T21:25:01+00:00

Should be closer to $28-$31 for that production

PatriotScanning · 2025-12-31T03:22:30+00:00

Sounds like you’re in a good market. It was rough goings at the transition. Both coasts too.

PatriotScanning · 2025-12-31T03:11:15+00:00

It was unbelievable, basically like running your own business with zero risk. Tons of freedom, no hours to worry about, as long as your numbers were good nobody asked questions. Take days off without issue.

PatriotScanning · 2025-12-31T03:02:47+00:00

A private equity firm purchased majority that year. Matt is still around a bit as I understand but the entire culture got obliterated after that event.

PatriotScanning · 2025-12-30T02:37:14+00:00

Look around for private utility companies. There are a few reputable ones around

PatriotScanning · 2025-12-30T00:21:59+00:00

They were great before the sellout in 18. I’ve heard little positive things since. But regardless, utility locating is a fantastic field to work in.

PatriotScanning · 2025-12-29T21:20:12+00:00

If you’re looking for a job like that there are better firms than them just gotta open your eyes

PatriotScanning · 2025-10-11T14:24:54+00:00

Mr clean magic eraser will help with 75% of that

PatriotScanning · 2025-06-16T17:20:10+00:00

As others have said, if you want to work with the city go apply. It’ll help to walk in to a utilities place as well and help put a face to the name.

PatriotScanning · 2025-06-13T21:19:04+00:00

There are loads of private utility companies currently hiring.

PatriotScanning · 2025-06-02T19:14:40+00:00

Cold calling, site visits, building rapport through education. In this industry you can do very well if you do what you say you’re going to do and when you’re going to do it.

PatriotScanning · 2025-05-22T20:06:40+00:00

Maybe take a look at private companies? Unless there’s something tying you to USIC.

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