Water Utility Locator

City of Aurora

1d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Water Utility Locator works with Aurora Water’s Water Service Locate team to identify and mark City of Aurora infrastructure accurately, in accordance with Tier 1 requirements and state law. The role supports the city’s drinking water, sanitary sewer, and storm drainage systems. The position includes responding to excavation notices during normal and after-hours periods, documenting completed locates, and communicating with excavators, utility representatives, and company personnel. The work is primarily outdoors in varying weather conditions and involves traveling to multiple job sites, often in or around traffic. The employee uses a mobile tablet, electronic locate equipment, utility maps and records, and tools for opening access points such as manholes and valve boxes. The role requires flexibility in scheduling and may involve work as essential personnel during a city-declared emergency or disaster.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of construction knowledge.
Colorado driver license and a good driving record.
Develop general knowledge of state and local damage-prevention regulations.
Learn and apply safety measures related to motor vehicle operation and field work.
Excellent communication skills with the public.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Complete dig-ticket transmissions on time.
Successfully complete the City of Aurora training program and pass applicable written and field tests.
Be self-motivated and able to work alone.
Communicate effectively with fellow employees, supervisors or foremen, excavators, contractors, and customers.
Possess a fundamental understanding of basic locating concepts and the water distribution system.
Read and interpret utility maps, utility records, and locate-ticket requests.
Possess a fundamental understanding of one-call system rules and regulations.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing or pulling 50-pound loads, standing and walking for up to eight hours a day while carrying materials weighing 40 to 50 pounds, and traveling in a vehicle for up to four hours.
Traverse job sites in varied weather, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching.
Have scheduling flexibility to meet business needs.

Nice To Haves

One year of utility locate experience.

Responsibilities

Use a mobile tablet to receive, document, and close out excavation notices during normal and after-hours periods.
Read and interpret utility maps and prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities.
Communicate with excavators, utility representatives, and company personnel regarding underground facilities.
Operate electronic detection equipment to locate and mark underground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
Provide accurate documentation and sketches for completed locates.
Receive and respond to excavation notices within established time requirements.
Operate a company vehicle safely and maintain a professional appearance.
Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after-hours periods.
Be responsible for city-owned vehicles and equipment during and after normal work hours.
Perform other related duties as assigned.