Utility Locator

Utility Locator (00565) – City of New Bern

Performs difficult semiskilled work in locating and marking the underground utilities owned and operated by City of New Bern; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Precise locating, marking, and identifying of underground utilities owned by the City of New Bern.
• Receive NC811 tickets and conduct locates in compliance with the NC811 standards. Identify and mark underground utility infrastructure with paint and/or flags using as-built drawings, GIS information and various electronic locating equipment.
• Complete, record, and process locate tickets within the NC811 system.
• Operate and maintain locating equipment.
• Verify field information and notify supervisor regarding updates or corrections that need further investigation.
• Communicate with City staff and excavation contractors to complete locate services.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, methods, and procedures of underground utilities. Maintain on-call status during hurricanes, ice storms and other emergencies as required.
• Perform related tasks as required.

• General knowledge of water, wastewater, electric, and fiber systems.
• Some knowledge of utility locating equipment and NC811 standards.
• Ability to read technical language, construction drawings, and maps.
• Ability to understand and follow work orders and prepare simple reports.
• Ability to operate trucks and utility locating equipment.
• Ability to perform manual tasks for extended periods, often under unfavorable conditions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience with water, wastewater, electric and/or fiber infrastructure.

• Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.

The City of New Bern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
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