Utility Line Locator
Listed on 2026-02-25
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Utility Technician, Field/Service Technician, Maintenance Worker
Under the supervision of the Utility Billing Supervisor, this employee locates utility service lines (electric, gas, water, and wastewater) throughout the City’s service area using electronic detection equipment. The employee interprets and verifies location data and performs visual inspections of work areas. The employee informs City utility staff and relevant third parties of line locations to avoid line damage or service conflicts.
The employee interacts with contractors, surveyors, and customers to determine and verify utility location information. The employee maps new utility installations, coordinates infrastructure location work with all applicable City departments and private contractors and maintains detailed location records for compliance with Alabama’s One Call system (811 System). The employee may assist utility installers and maintainers providing utility services. This employee operates equipment (dump truck, backhoe, and tractor) in the performance of their job.
The employee responds to emergency utility service calls (i.e., gas leaks, water leaks, electrical outages, damaged lines, etc.) as required. The employee reviews new construction sites for utility service locations and site issues or concerns for service. This job is considered safety sensitive and is subject to pre-employment background checks and random drug screenings.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
Locates Underground Utility Services. Utilizes electronic detection equipment to locate underground utility services.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
Utility Service Connections. Assists with connecting and establishing service to residences and businesses within the City’s service area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
Emergency Response. Responds to utility systems emergencies such as line leaks or line damage.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
Equipment Operation. Operates a variety of heavy equipment utilized to install and maintain utility service lines and associated components.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of City rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of City geography, roads, streets, and underground utility systems.
- Knowledge of underground electronic utility detection…
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