ATMS Technician- Locates

Oversees Traffic Engineering’s Locates Program. This Program locates traffic signal and fiber optic utility lines and responds to requests from excavators through the Sunshine State One Call of Florida Line. This position supervises one other locator position.

Salary will be determined depending on qualifications of candidates who exceed the minimum requirements as outlined within the job description.

Additional compensation based on licensure.

Note: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

• Receives, reviews, and responds to locate requests within utility rights-of-way, corridors, etc.
• Marks and identifies the underground facilities owned and operated by Seminole County Traffic Engineering to prevent damage caused by excavation or demolition operations.
• Reviews locator requests and schedules appointments with excavators for site visits.
• Maintains records and submits reports on work performed as required.
• Maintains line locator equipment in good working order and reports any problems to immediate supervisor.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and drawings; maintains and properly files them.
• Responsible for adherence to proper safety standards and procedures, and for maintaining all safety equipment and related records.
• Skilled in reviewing engineering drawings and specifications, blueprints, and utility line plans; marks project roadway or utility plans to show Traffic Engineering’s existing infrastructure.
• Operates various types of small maintenance equipment to perform assigned job tasks.
• Completes required field paperwork and documents work performed in required log books and/or work order management system.
• Administers & maintains an inventory control program of all parts, supplies, tools, and equipment used in the line location section; transports equipment and vehicles to Fleet Services for maintenance.

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• In the event of an emergency, all employees are considered essential personnel and may be required to perform alternate duties.

• High School Diploma/GED and five years’ experience required.
• Traffic signal or fiber locating experience preferred.
• Fiber maintenance, including installation, relocation and splicing experience preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Drivers License.
• Knowledge of traffic engineering or traffic operations work (signals or fiber) or a closely related field.
• Knowledge of basic computer usage including word processing skills; working knowledge of GPS equipment and computer software such as Excel.
• Knowledge of safe operating procedures used in and around high traffic and high noise areas.
• Ability to work from sketches, plans, and blueprints.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to use a personal computer and associated software.
• All employees must attend Seminole County Required Trainings; department-specific training per position may be required.
• Must possess the ability to oversee the work of a team engaged in providing specific services, completing specific projects, or assisting other units.
• IMSA Level I and II certification and Work Zone certification required or to be obtained within 18 months.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to see (perceive color, depth, and texture), smell, hear (preferably at above average levels), and speak.