field technician

inspector

utility line locator

survey technician

locator

Heath-Consultants-Incorporated

Work is easy some days, hard others.

Most days you will be nearly run over by cars constantly during your work day, especially if your given a faulty work vehicle with non working safety lights on top like I was it's even more dangerous.

Some form of danger on nearly every job site requires a high level of concentration and awareness.

High level of technical difficulty involved in the work itself due to schematics etc.

High level of customer service required to deal with people from all walks of life.

High level of intensive training to be certified to do the job takes over one month but it should really be more like 2. However I was told the standard training practice is the training plus one month with an experienced tech to help you get the hang of it but we didn't recieve that as the company was née to the area and had no experienced employee pool to use for this.

The culture is pretty friendly and laid back and accepting of all different types of people.

The Management and the worst part of the job go together for me....
The management is where I am the least impressed honestly, I trained new employees in my short time at the company and feel I was very undervalued for my current contributions and the ones I easily could have made in the future.
The supervisor I had was an amazing person very understanding and helpful.
Everyone above that seemed pretty out of touch and just wanted to do stuff for as cheap and fast as possible which isn't the right way when your working with dangerous utilities like gas.
They didn't make sure we had proper equipment like my truck lights not working right, down to never having paint and never ordering enough tools so every employee could get one. I was there 6 months and still never recieved all the equipment we were supposed to get to do the job in an efficient and timely manner.
Also the managers made a big deal out of me going home to eat lunch even tho I would work the job routes so my last job finished next to my home so it was no more than a 5-10 min drive which is no different than driving the same distance to the burger joint down the road. Except it saves me money and keeps me happy cause I get a nice warm meal and to kiss my pretty wife. They basically had trust issues with their employees which at 40yrs old I'm not trying to deal with for an incredibly low rate of pay and an incredibly technical and dangerous job.

Best part of the job is probably the independence if your able to do that kind of thing and stay productive it's nice to be able to listen to your music or podcast and just do your work.


Terrible job overworked and under paid the work vehicles are trash and smell like cigarettes. Which is crazy because you are not supposed to be smoking, but everyone from the top field  manager down does it totally nasty. The only way you get a decent vehicle is if you know someone that will hook you up with a newer vehicle, but even those are not suitable because they most likely have been smoked in by some low life. They expect you to get all the work done when it's physically  not possible in the time frame  given, so some times overtime is required, or you will have to put tickets off till the next day and be behind to start your day off and just creates and ongoing cycle with no help given. Also they require you to wear jeans and claim safety culture is the reason, Its 95 degrees in south florida and rains often so you are in wet jeans and then the humidity hits after the rain and that takes a toll on you. it's ridiculous much like a lot of there policies random drug test all the time multiple times for some individuals and for others none makes no sense  everyone there smokes weed. The drug test our given out but if the manager likes you he will give you the heads up and you can go to your local head shop and but the synthetic urine and pass the drug test no problem but its like $40 each time for the product  but you will pass the test no problem, so its a joke that they waste there money on drug test when they can so easily be passed. Overall there is too much work and they are understaffed and don't hire anyone when people leave or are fired. Which during my time there the head of the whole office was let go then the field manager left the company as well as 3 to 4 other regular field techs lef tor were fired without being replaced and they were short staffed already makes no sense . Also be prepared to work in rain as well as blistering heat and they expect you to get all the work done which just isn't realistic. Overall  it was a horrible experience I would not recommend to an enemy. 

The job itself is completely easy.  There are times where the locates can be difficult based on no signal or poor directions from what the contractor needs. 
Work day starts at 7am and usually ends around 3pm. Breaks are few and far between unless you're driving from one locate to the next. 
Managements only care is production. They harp on production to the point where quality of the service becomes comprimised. Typical day there are anywhere between 50 to 150 dig tickets on your board. There are projects that take hours to do so your production is down. 
Most of the time we are shorthanded so we have to cover multiple areas. That creates a problem when you have emergency locates in your assigned area. You have 45 minutes to reach most of the emergency locates but being out of your area, can sometimes take up to almost 2 hours based on traffic. So your area suffers in the mean time. They hold dig tickets that should be on your board so you stay a day ahead like you're suppose to be but because the supervisor wants you HELP their favorite locators that doesnt happen often. They preach team work when it suits their needs but when you require help, you're told to figure it out. 
When you are hired, they tell you some overtime is required. Every other Saturday is required. 7am to 330pm will be your schedule. That doesn't happen that way. You are required to work every Saturday. The hours daily go from 8 up to 12 hours per day. 
Gas and vehicle maintenace are covered by the company with the company vehicle you get. But things like windshield fluid and washing the vehicle have to come out of your own pocket, They will not cover those costs. Tolls, if you happen to take one,  they will deduct it from your check. But since they dont get the bill for like 2 months that toll is now like 200 dollars in fees. They will also write you up for taking a toll so its a double whammy. 
If you have a problem with equipment, they charge you to fix it whether it was your fault or faulty equipment.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Having a company vehicle and gas card. Commute directly from your home to your daily assignments. You don't have supervisors breathing down your neck all the time (assuming you stay up on your workload).

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Supervisors have skills and equipment that you don't, and they don't readily share their secrets. They drop hints that there are ways to increase your productivity, but they expect you to figure it out on your own. The implication is that you need to cut corners to be able to reach the expected production levels, and if you don't reach them, you won't be getting a raise. If you do, and you make a mistake and someone gets hurt or there's property damage, then you can't point your finger at the company saying "that's what they told me to do."
You also are put in situations where there are dogs that can bite you, homeowners giving you a hard time for being in their yard, and roads that need to be marked with nothing to protect you from the idiot drivers but your yellow vest and a hard hat.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
You're on your own most of the time, and interact with others via phone and text messaging. Occasionally you have a work crew tailgate meeting where you get company updates and get your materials resupplied. If your looking for to find a workplace offering some sort of intellectual stimulation, look elsewhere.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
On your own most of the time. You will have interactions with homeowners if you're working on a single family residence and they're home. Your work is all outdoors, so the quality of your day is mostly dependent on the weather. If your jobs go smoothly, that helps too. However, if you get rattled easily by irritated homeowners or struggle with finding a good signal, it can definitely stress you out.

Former employee now working with a much better employer that appreciates and respects the dedication to the job.

Good average paying job with 2-4 yr lifespan for someone who likes to work outdoors walking.

Although Heath has employee handbook, no attention is paid to employee relations respecting corrective behavior for employees.

Corrective steps jump over verbal warnings to termination depending on the whim of the PM and or office mgr and whether they like u or not.
Morale is always low due to God complex from office.

Little mgt training is given to PM and the corp concern is always daily financial numbers period not employees welfare. It is always get the numbers they want and CYA.

Dayton project mgr and office mgr very caprious and conniving and operates with tyranical style-a real little Napolian. If you find yourself on either the PM or office manager bad side u may as well start looking for another job. They will micromanage u to death, wait for a paperwork error or some other thing and u will be out the door, no matter how good a worker u actually are.

One former employee was written up on safety violation for....shoelace untied. He was also berated for exiting his vehicle with hardhat in hand before putting in on his head. He was told he should have got out of car already wearing it. And so on. Nothing was ever right--or good enough.He was finally ran off under false pretenses by pm. Get the picture?

That being said, if u like working by yourself and can make your own good field judgements the job itself is not bad.

Just a shame the office operates as it does.

I jumped at the chance to leave.

I have multiple years experience in the utility locating business, and never have I ever been more displeased with the company in which I work for.
It seems that no matter how hard you work, you can always do more, or work harder. There is always something more that you can be doing in the eyes of the supervisors. If you’re not kissing the supervisors behinds every day, then you can expect to get blamed for things that aren’t your fault. Also, if you’re a human like me, you’re bound to make mistakes, but with this company you get suspended for three days without pay for simply forgetting to clock out for lunch one day. If you don’t like being micro managed 24/7, then this isn’t the job for you. Additionally, If you’re looking for a place to advance your career into anything other than a locator, you can forget about it! There is absolutely no room for advancement, except for maybe a crew leader. Which get paid salary, and you can make more getting paid by the hour as a locator. Speaking of hours, I hope you’re ready to work 60+ mandatory hours every week and hardly get the time to spend with your family. As far as PTO is concerned, they are super picky about giving you time off. I have over 80 hours of PTO stored up, which I have tried several times to use, but every time I try to put in for it, it gets declined.
Anyways these are just a few of the things you can take from somebody who’s has worked here. It’s simply terrible.


Get ready to go home stressed everyday after work!

 I worked at Heath Consultants for five years as part of my decade-long career in the natural gas industry. My time there provided valuable experience and the opportunity to develop leadership skills, as I advanced from a Leak Survey Technician to a Supervisor. For someone looking to gain experience in the industry, Heath can offer a starting point and exposure to the field.

That said, my overall experience was mixed. The company initially offered competitive benefits like an incentive program and 401k matching, but these were quickly phased out during my tenure. Advancement opportunities are limited, and in my case, moving into a salaried position actually resulted in a lower overall income compared to my previous hourly role.

Management policies were often rigid, which impacted morale. For example, I lost seniority due to starting the season slightly later than usual, despite meeting expectations otherwise. PTO policies were frustratingly inflexible at times (I was issued a written warning after only two incidences of absence throughout the season), and I only succeeded in taking well-earned time off after escalating the matter to upper management.

For those considering Heath Consultants, it’s important to weigh the potential for entry-level experience against the challenges I encountered. It’s a stepping stone, but not without its hurdles.

I wasted over a year and a half as first a field tech and then a lead tech/designated trainer at this horrible company working 7 days a week, getting paid below industry standard, being treated poorly by upper management, and left with little to show for my efforts. You will regret working here if you decide to work for this despicable company. I guarantee it. This is by far the worst company I've ever worked for in my employment history. I finally had to call in sick just to get some time off so I could interview at other companies. Thank God I got a job and was able to put in my two week notice. However they didn't let me make it to two weeks because the men who work for this company are unbearably immature. They're governed by their emotions. The only time I've seen men behave this way was in sitcoms and romantic comedies. My co-workers were great and my direct supervisors were incredible. They were the reason I stayed so long. But every one above them, childish. So, take the job at your own risk but I guarantee you that you will be writing a negative review in the future.

Heath use to be a great place to work. It most likely still is if you get hired for the right project. (Area). Project managers seem to go stright to the top about issues and can not seem to make decisions for themselves. This, leaving the employees in the dark about any concerns against them. When they do this, upper management seems to make knee jerk decisions that are not appropriate because they only know what is being told to them instead of following up for themselves. They miss alot of red flags and employees tend to be exspandable. Employees feel betrayed, less of importance, unappreciated, and not valued. If it wasn't for them, they wouldn't be where they are today. It's bad when your purposley made to feel like you have no integrety. It's a numbers game. If your not in the click with your manager, your doomed. Meaning you'll get the worse areas to be surveyed, making your numbers lower and termination a threat. Heath needs to take classes on how to talk to people. You only get back what you give. Be careful though, voicing your opinion and concerns may cost you. Upper managment needs to realize that there are two side to every story and not all project managers are true. Get the facts by being involved with the employees first hand. Have an open door policy, and for heavens sake, LISTEN ! ! Don't just hear.

i worked for this division and i can tell what exactly to expect. If you like to walk 3-5 miles a day in all types of weather its not a bad job. You can usually get done early once you learn your routes. You work by yourself so you have alot of freedom which is great. It also can be a foot in the door to get hired by the gas company. The problem with this job is that you have to use your own car. They give you gas money but the wear and tear on your car doesn't make it worth it. It would be idea if you have a old beater car you can use. Trust me its hard to keep your car clean getting in and out 100 times a day when your walking through snow, mud, ect. The pay is low and dont' expect to get any good raises. One year i got a 7 cent raise. The benefits are ok but nothing special. They do have a pretty good 401 k though. There is room for advancement but it would probably require you to relocate. One nice thing is you get first crack at jobs that go up before outsiders do. Most of the co workers and management are good people. at least around pitsburgh. Its not a bad job if your out of work or working for less than 10 an hour...but making a living off of 20,000 a year is tough. but i guess in this economy some people would love to make that. working in altoona it will be a very laid back job....much better than working in the city.

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