Utility Locator

City of St. Peters • St Peters, MO

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Utility Locator, where you'll ensure the protection of vital City infrastructure. In this role, you'll receive and process utility locate requests, identify underground utilities using advanced tools and resources, and work to prevent damage during construction. This position involves both physical and mental effort and requires attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen or lawfully authorized alien worker.
• High School graduate or GED equivalent.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License valid in the state of Missouri.
• Read and interpret blueprints and/or other engineering drawings.
• Skilled in use of computer and GIS system.
• Ability to get in and out of vehicle 50 times a day.
• Ability to drive 30-60 miles daily.
• Ability to bend torso 120º.
• Ability to crouch, twist 45º to 90º from side to side.
• Ability to frequently lift heavy equipment and material.
• Ability to provide 24-hour on-call emergency locates as needed.

Responsibilities

• Process utility locate requests according to Missouri "One Call" requirements.
• Use the City Geographical Information System (GIS) to assess and determine the need for field locates.
• Identify and mark underground utilities, including water mains, sewer lines, fiber optic cables, traffic signals, and storm sewers, using utility maps and electronic locator equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings to assist with locating utilities.
• Assist homeowners, builders, contractors, and other utilities with locating buried lines.
• Maintain accurate records of locate activities and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Respond to field requests, drive to sites, and independently handle locate tasks.
• Work collaboratively with other City departments to maintain and update utility information.
• Perform all duties while adhering to established City safety standards.
• Provide 24-hour on-call emergency locates as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Missouri LAGERS L-6 defined benefit pension plan (with Rule of 80)
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Roth retirement savings option
• Retiree health coverage
• Vacation (up to 6 weeks)
• Sick leave
• 12 paid holidays
• 1 personal day
• Medical coverage options
• Dental coverage options
• Vision coverage options
• City-paid Life and AD&D insurance ($50,000)
• Long-term disability
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Preventative Care Time Off
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): medical and dependent care options
• Tuition reimbursement (up to 6-8 classes per year)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED