Utility Line Locator

Overview

Under general direction, performs utility line locates as needed. Maintains complete, accurate and detailed records of line locating activity and prepares reports as needed. To assist in maintaining complete, accurate and detailed records of line locating activity. To assist in semi‑skilled and skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of city utility lines; to undertake a variety of maintenance activities pertaining to utilities operations and services;

and to perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. Performs other duties as assigned.

This is the entry/journey level class in the Utility Worker series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Senior Utility Worker by the performance of the full range of duties as assigned with no supervisory responsibility. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

The duties listed below represent the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Perform utility locates in response to requests from Texas 811 or other sources as needed in a timely and professional manner, making proper use of any equipment assigned. Ensuring proper work methods, techniques and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Operate various light and heavy equipment including backhoe, jackhammer, hydraulic chain cutters, chop saw, tapping machine, dump truck, dewatering pumps, concrete saw, ventilation blower, smoke blower, air compressor, sewer machines, various hand tools and safety equipment.
• Respond to citizen inquiries and complaints; respond to requests from contractors and provide assistance in locating utility lines; provide emergency response to utility line maintenance problems; investigate complaints related to water and sewer, such as but not limited to leaks or stoppages.
• Remove, repair and replace concrete, asphalt, and other paved surfaces; excavate and backfill water and wastewater job sites; assist in the repairs and replacement of water and wastewater mains and services; CCTV wastewater mains and lateral lines when required.
• Maintain assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment needed for maintenance and repair.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Line locating principles and techniques.
• Operations, services and activities of a water distribution and wastewater collections system.
• Methods and techniques of general construction, maintenance, and repair related to the area of work assigned.
• Pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Basic principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Water and wastewater line installation and repair techniques.
• Operations, services and activities of the city.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Safe handling of traffic in a construction zone.
• Operational characteristics of general construction, maintenance and utility repair equipment and tools.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

• Read and interpret engineering plans and construction drawings.
• Independently perform the most difficult utility line maintenance activities.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks for extended periods of time and in unfavorable weather conditions.
• Operate a variety of general construction, maintenance and utility repair equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Understand departmental policies and procedures.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Operate a tablet for the completion of work orders and utility locate requests.

• High School Diploma…