Water Utility Locator

City of WildwoodWildwood, FL
Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, works with utility maps as a guide to confirm the locations of water and/or wastewater lines. Responsible for making lines as requested per Sunshine 811 member operations system.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Two (2) years of experience in the underground utility locating or construction.
  • One (1) year of vocational or technical training may be substituted for one year of experience.
  • Must possess a valid State of Florida Driver's License or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
  • Visual acuity is required to operate automotive equipment.
  • Manual dexterity is required in performance of duties.
  • Must be computer literate and capable of learning computer-based preventive maintenance software.
  • Must be able to read a map for utility line locations.
  • Must have a working knowledge of Utility locating equipment and principals including but not limited to: electronic locating devices, GPR, Computer generated GIS mapping system, hand tools, shovel, post hole diggers, rake, etc.
  • All methods and procedures used in the Damage Prevention Guide for excavators, member operations, and locators Sunshine811.
  • Ability to work safely and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the public.
  • Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • Ability to remain calm in stressful condition.

Responsibilities

  • Performs and processes utility line locating as needed for water and wastewater infrastructure.
  • Field verifies underground utilities beyond electronic locating devices such as hand digging, probing and excavating as necessary.
  • Corrects locations of lines on mapping as required.
  • Uses color coding to identify each specific type of utility and marks the location with color coded spray paint and flags as required.
  • Performs any other functions as deemed necessary for the operation of the utility.
  • All other duties as assigned.
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