Utility Locator Tech

City of St. Joseph•St. Joseph, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates equipment used in the maintenance and repair of the City’s sanitary & combined sewer system. Although this position primarily operates the vacuum sewer cleaners and excavator’s, it may also include dump trucks, high loaders, skid steer loaders, backhoes, bucket trucks and snow removal equipment. Makes repairs to gravity sewer mains, gravity sewer manholes, catch basins; installs/replaces ADA ramps in conjunction with catch basin repair, cleans gravity sewer system using vac trucks and jet rodders, inspects sewers and manholes using a CCTV system, and tests sewers for leaks using smoke and/or dye testing tools. Responds to snow and ice storms and other severe weather events. Some basic data entry for asset management purposes. Assists Utility Locater in performing prompt and accurate locating of City-owned utilities, including Gravity Sewer Mains, Force Mains, and Traffic Signal Loops and associated wiring. Keeps accurate and up-to-date records. Must be abreast of current industry standards, guidelines, procedures and policies. Limited supervisory responsibilities. No budgetary responsibilities.

Requirements

Skills in the safe and efficient operation of equipment and machinery used in the construction and maintenance of sewer facilities.
Knowledge of carpentry and concrete work required.
Knowledge of general sewer maintenance and repair procedures required.
Knowledge of proper shoring techniques required.
Ability to give and follow instructions.
Must obtain valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment.
Knowledge of proper barricading & traffic control procedures required.
Required to be on-call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
Required to pass NIMS 100 & 700 testing within 90 days of employment.
Knowledge of how to properly secure loads on trucks and trailers required.
Ability to safely access various utility appurtenances such as electrical vaults, valve boxes, and both waste- and storm- water manholes and structures.
Knowledge of basic markings, symbols, and colors used when locating underground facilities.
Knowledge of Missouri One Call procedures and policies.
Knowledge of the City’s utility infrastructure.
Knowledge of the City’s street name and address system.
Knowledge of MUTCD Traffic Control standards and procedures.
Knowledge of confined space entry procedures and regulations.
Skills in Microsoft Office and knowledge of asset management software required.
Operates a variety of equipment, including but not limited to dump trucks, snowplows, jack hammers, back hoes, high loaders, chain saws and other tools directly related to the maintenance of sewers.
There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.
Work is performed under a variety of conditions ranging from confined spaces, large excavations, sewer odors, sanitary sewerage, vermin, extreme cold, heat, wind and wet.
Must be able to stand for long periods and operate equipment with dexterity.
Must have the ability to routinely lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds, occasionally lift objects weighing as much as 80 pounds or assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds and pulling loads up to 300 pounds.
Must be able to regularly pull a charged sewer cleaning hose up to 50’ and occasionally several hundred feet across fences and through various types of terrain.
Must have the ability to regularly assemble, install & disconnect 5 to 6 sections of vacuum tubing weighing up to 120 pounds.
Work involves occasional to frequent climbing, bending, squatting and reaching.
Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes.
Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.
High school diploma or equivalent or must be able to obtain within 6 months of employment.
One to three years of experience in related field required.
All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.
Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains equipment including but not limited to dump truck, backhoe, high loader, bucket truck, vacuum sewer cleaner, jet rod truck, chain saw, and miscellaneous power tools.
Transports tools and equipment to and from jobs.
Shovels gravel, dirt, debris, and performs general labor tasks.
Constructs concrete forms and assists with concrete finish work.
Spreads salt and plows snow in winter.
Cuts weeds and brush around sewer inlets.
Removes mud and trash from sewer inlets.
Required to be on call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
Hauls dirt, rock and other material.
Operates jack hammer.
Sets up barricades.
Locates utility lines as needed.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Train new employees on safe and efficient operation of vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
Receives locate requests from Missouri One Call
Locates City-owned facilities in the field using the City’s GIS system, as-built drawings and electronic pipe/cable locating equipment.
Prepares various reports detailing locating activities.
Completes all necessary forms, reports, and procedures utilizing Missouri One Call’s ticket management system ‘Ticket Check’.
Advises various division supervisors concerning discrepancies in the City’s utility data (City’s GIS system, as-built drawings, etc.).
Responds to after-hour emergency locate requests.
Responds to or facilitates meet requests made by excavators.
Rotates holidays, evenings, Saturdays and Sundays with Utility Locator Tech for emergency locate calls.
Inspects Creek Crossing, Elevated Crossings, manholes and other sewer-related structures when not assisting Utility Locator.
Acts as crew leader as needed.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.