Utility Locator

City Of Augusta GA-posted 3 months ago
Augusta, GA
1,001-5,000 employees
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
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Locates and maintains records of the Consolidated Government-owned water and wastewater utility lines and services. Supports the inspection section in new construction activities, and red-line drawing production. Reports to the Utility Locator Coordinator or other designated person. Works with co-workers, the public, Utility Protection Center (UPC), and management to provide operational support. PERFORMS 24/7 ROTATING ON-CALL DUTIES.

  • Locates water and wastewater utility lines. Provides services such as mains, fire hydrants, fire lines, manholes, water meters, service connections, valves and other utilities.
  • Receives and responds to work tickets and locate requests. Travels to site, reads maps, locates depth, length of lines, and marks locations of utility lines.
  • Takes photos, updates maps, computer databases and maintains related documentation.
  • Locates fiber optics, water and sewer mains as well as laterals within the city right-of-way.
  • Investigates damage to water and wastewater utility lines due to excavation. Takes photos, makes drawings and provides other detailed documentation of work site.
  • Analyzes information and makes recommendations regarding liability of damage. Prepares and submits related documentation and reports as needed.
  • Performs related duties such as reporting water and waste-water leaks, backups, missing or damaged equipment or other issues.
  • Issues warnings and citations for violations regarding water use, ensures rights of way are clear of signs and obstructions.
  • Assists in shutdown of mains for repairs and connections.
  • Adheres to established safety procedures. Monitors work environment and the use of safety equipment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
  • Directs traffic using flags, markers, signs and cones around project/work site to ensure safety of crew and the traveling public.
  • Responds to complaints and questions related to utility line locates. Provides information, researches problems, initiates problem resolution and resolves situations involving complex issues.
  • Attends meetings and prevents contractors from digging until utility locations are completed.
  • Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, work tickets, vehicle maintenance reports, locate reports, or other documents.
  • Operates and maintains a motor vehicle, radar, metal detector, magnetic pipe locator, stakes, flags, GPS, and other equipment.
  • High School diploma or GED.
  • One (1) year of utility locating experience in a water/sewer utility operations environment.
  • Familiar with operations of the distribution system.
  • Familiar with operations of the collection system.
  • Familiar with Augusta-Richmond County and departmental policies and procedures.
  • Proficiency in dealing with the public, UPC and operating two-way radio.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and on-call for a 24/7 utility operation.
  • Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey.
  • Possession of a valid driver's license with good driving history.
  • If state license is other than Georgia or South Carolina, applicant must obtain a license in Georgia or South Carolina within 30 days of employment.
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