Utility Locator Technician (Seasonal)

Thunder Bay; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to conduct utility locating services for various city-owned underground infrastructures. This role involves interpreting construction drawings and GIS databases to ensure accurate infrastructure locations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a valid Ontario driver's license, and the ability to work independently while adhering to safety regulations. Join a vibrant community that values diversity and offers a high quality of life, where your contributions will help maintain essential municipal services and enhance the city's infrastructure integrity.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in construction or locating of underground municipal utilities.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties of this position.

Responsibilities

• Conduct utility locating services for municipally owned underground infrastructure.
• Research and interpret construction drawings and GIS databases.

Skills

Understanding of infrastructure maps

Basic drawing skills

Word processing skills

Spreadsheet software skills

Reporting conditions and problems

Tact and courtesy with the public

Reliability and minimal supervision

Valid Class 'G' Ontario Drivers Licence

Competence as defined by the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Education

Secondary School graduation

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Superintendent - Water Distribution & Wastewater Collection and the direct supervision of the Supervisor – Water Distribution & Wastewater Collection conducts utility locating services for various city owned underground infrastructure and updates.

MAJOR TASKS:

1. Conducts utility locating services for various municipally owned underground infrastructure.
2. Receives and reviews locate requests and prioritizes locate work in order to meet required deadlines.
3. Researches and interprets construction drawings, maps, and Geographical Information System (GIS) databases in conjunction with field locate equipment to determine an accurate location of the infrastructure being located.
4. Prepares documentation meeting all applicable standards to provide complete and accurate locates to the requestor, including but not limited to reports, drawings, and sketches.
5. Investigates and verifies infrastructure locations and creates sketches to correct discrepancies.
6. Reports material usage to Supervisor or Designate.
7. Reports equipment and materials defects to the Supervisor or Designate.
8. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

1. Secondary School graduation required and,
2. 1-year experience in construction, maintenance, or locating of underground municipal utilities.

Skills/Abilities:

1. Must be able to understand infrastructure maps and construction drawings and possess basic drawing skills and have legible writing to prepare accurate reports and sketches.
2. Must be at a basic skill level in word processing and spreadsheet software.
3. Must be capable of reporting (written or verbal) conditions and problems on municipal infrastructure.
4. Must be capable of issuing and accurately comprehending written/oral information and instructions.
5. Must be tactful and courteous with the public.
6. Must be reliable and have the ability to work with minimal supervision.
7. Must possess and maintain a valid Class “G” Ontario Drivers Licence, or equivalent.
8. Must meet the definition of a competent driver as defined by the Corporation.
9. Must be competent within the meaning of the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

1. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
2. Within 1 year of hire, must attain and maintain Damage Prevention Technician (DPT) 100 Certification.
3. Must remain a competent driver as defined by the Corporation.
4. Must provide a successful driver’s record (uncertified) if requested.
5. Must be physically able to perform the duties of this position.
6. Must undergo a successful Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check (CRJMC).

General Information: As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:

1. Photos
2. Any certificates that have photo identification
3. Driver’s licences
4. Police records checks

Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources & Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.

ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.

PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources & Corporate Safety Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: [phone].

The City of Thunder Bay provides exceptional quality of life to those who live, work, and play in Thunder Bay–a culturally vibrant, economically diverse community with a metro population of over 120,000. Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, under the protective watch of the Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay is rich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value our high quality of life and promote a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy community that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity, and provides affordable and safe neighbourhoods that are accessible to all.

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