Utilities Locator - Water Distribution

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to locate and mark underground water lines for the City. Such water lines include reused water lines, force mains, sewer mains and laterals, raw water lines, and potable lines. Position utilizes both electrical and manual location techniques. Performs other work as requested.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Locates and marks water, wastewater, and reused utility lines.
• Locates water mains, fire lines, meters, hydrants, and sewer mains and laterals.
• Identifies utilities within construction areas by approved methods, i.e., physical locations, digging, probing, excavation.
• Prevents contractors from digging until utility locations are completed.
• Schedules leak detection analysis of the water distribution system and programs.
• Reviews various plans and specifications in performing duties.
• Utilizes a variety of standard and specialized tools and equipment in performing duties, i.e., pick axes, shovels, wrenches, metal detectors, probing rods, measuring wheels, painting guns.
• Installs and tests water meters and boxes, both above and below ground.
• Maintains daily records/log sheets on work descriptions, vehicle inspection, and hourly duties.

• High school diploma or GED
• Supplemented by minimum three (3) years progressively skilled water/wastewater utilities experience that provides thorough knowledge of and the ability to differentiate between the various types of utility system pipe lines, and the ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints, and geographic mapping data
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Possession of a valid Florida driver license, class "E" and possession and maintenance of a driving record which meets or exceeds minimum City driving standards.

Physical Ability: Tasks involve the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination.

Environmental Factors: Tasks risk exposure to all types of weather conditions, as all duties are performed outdoors. Tasks may risk exposure to electrical currents, noise extremes, smoke, and disease.