Line Locator

North Texas Municipal Water District•Wylie, TX

2d•$26 - $39

About The Position

The Line Locator determines and communicates the locations of NTMWD utility lines to third-party constituents. The role works with Engineering to respond to utility-locating requests, locates underground pipelines, and may assist a Registered Surveyor with field surveying. The Line Locator also accompanies contractors during construction to help protect NTMWD utility lines and documents damage incidents for administrative processing. The position participates in a rotational on-call schedule for repairs outside normal business hours and works overtime as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
Become proficient in the District Computerized Maintenance Management System (Maximo).
Ability to use GPS equipment to acquire data for the NTMWD GIS program.
Ability to read and understand pipeline, utility, construction, right-of-way, and easement drawings.
Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and by radio.
Ability to work in minimally supervised or unsupervised environments.
Knowledge of NTMWD water transmission and wastewater collection systems and associated infrastructure.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations, scale distances from plans, and measure distances on the ground.
Ability to direct contractors, franchise utility employees, and municipal employees.
Basic knowledge of office computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

Work directly with Engineering to respond to third-party requests to locate NTMWD-owned utility lines.
Accompany contractors during construction activities to ensure protection of NTMWD utility lines.
Read and evaluate construction pipeline and utility drawings.
Complete NTMWD Damage Report Forms documenting incidents in which NTMWD utility lines are damaged.
Locate underground NTMWD pipelines.
Participate in a rotational on-call work status to respond to NTMWD repairs outside normal business hours and work overtime as needed.
May assist the Registered Surveyor in field surveying activities.
Perform additional duties as assigned.