Utility Locator

1700 Avalon Ave, Lafayette, CO 80026, USA

Posted Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM | Expires Monday, January 19, 2026 at 8:59 AM

About the City

Lafayette has an inescapable small-town feeling that provides a sense of belonging and connection. Whether it’s eclectic Old Town, distinctive neighborhoods, or unique arts and outdoors spaces, the City has a warmth and character all its own, offering a unique vibe and spirit. Lafayette has appeared on numerous national lists of top places to live and safely raise a family.

We are a full-service City, which means services are provided directly to our community such as Police, Fire, Public Works, Economic Development, Parks and Recreation, Library and Community Arts Center. These types of services offer employment opportunities for a wide array of interests. The City’s mission is to recruit, develop and retain a diverse, well-qualified and professional workforce that reflects the unique personality of the community we serve.
Exceptional City Provided Benefits:

• 401A Retirement Plan(10.2% City, 8% Employee,immediately
  100% vested upon hire)
• Life Insurance(One year’s salary up to $150,000. AD&D coverage in equal amount)
• Tuition Assistance(up to $5000per yearfor approved expenses)
• Employee Assistance Program(free counseling, travel assistance, legal aid, etc)
• Short and Long-Term Disability

Additional Benefits:

• Deferred Compensation and Roth Options
• Voluntary Life Insurance/AD&D
• Identity Theft Program
• Recreation Center Pass
• Wellness Punch Card (100 punches per year to use at golf course, waterpark, etc)

Leave:

• First year employees will accrue 80 hours Vacation
• 11.5 paid City holidays.
• Other leave programs are offered to include FMLA, Parental and Bereavement Leave

Identifies and marks water, wastewater, stormwater, and other infrastructure to protect City facilities from damage, meet Utility Notification Center of Colorado (UNCC) requirements, and support contractors, City staff, and the public in the safe and efficient planning and execution of excavation, boring, and other subsurface work. Uses a variety of data sources, including mapping software, document management systems, as-built drawings, specialized equipment, and field observations to ensure accuracy and timeliness in accordance with UNCC requirements.

Work includes a high level of independent judgment, including the ability to work under pressure when responding to emergencies and other after hours requests.

TYPICAL

QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE: Considerable knowledge of applicable laws, standards and regulations relating to utility location in the state of Colorado; thorough knowledge of the process of utility locating. Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials used in the construction, repair and maintenance of water systems including automated metering systems, wastewater collection systems, and stormwater systems. Ability to read and interpret plats and easements; knowledge of surveying principles and techniques

SKILL: Reading and interpreting maps and specifications; operating specialized equipment required to perform the job, and a high level of computer proficiency

ABILITY: Apply standard testing and analysis procedures and operate appropriate equipment; provide technical advice to contractors and the public; understand and respond to customer needs; employ technical skills to maintain accurate computer records and utilize applicable software; review and interpret engineering plans and drawings and utilize a variety of reports and records; establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, developers, the public and other employees;

address problems and trends in a timely, efficient, and equitable manner; address multiple demands and meet deadlines; adapt to interruptions, equipment, failures, unusual demands, and/or changing priorities.

TRAINING: High school diploma or equivalent required. Prefer candidates hold current Level I Water Collection Certification and Level I Water Distribution Certification. Flagger, trenching and shoring and other construction safety certifications preferred. Two (2) years of college or technical school with major course work in civil…