Field Data Specialist, Utilities & Inspections

Moberly, City Of; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Moberly is taking applications for a full-time Utility Field Data Specialist who performs field investigations, customer service functions, and data collection for the City’s water, wastewater, distribution, collection, and stormwater assets.

This position helps identify and document water service line materials, and compile data for review by the Superintendent. Conduct inspections as needed including construction observation, land disturbance permit inspections and project tracking.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Missouri class E chauffeur's license or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections to identify and document water service line materials.
• Use digital data collection software or mobile apps to record inspection findings and notes.
• Coordinate field work with project teammates to match service line information and meter locations.
• Assist with customer outreach, including letters, phone calls, and door-to-door follow-up.
• Enter homes or buildings when needed to verify interior plumbing materials with customer approval.
• Review information for completeness, follow up on missing data, and resolve gaps.
• Compile information into MO-DNR required spreadsheet format for internal review.
• Provide construction observation inspections and land disturbance inspections for utilities projects.
• Conduct city-owned utility locates as directed.
• Operate or assist with hydro-vac excavation equipment during service line investigations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job description

The City of Moberly is taking applications for a full-time Utility Field Data Specialist who performs field investigations, customer service functions, and data collection for the City’s water, wastewater, distribution, collection, and stormwater assets.

This position helps identify and document water service line materials, and compile data for review by the Superintendent. Conduct inspections as needed including construction observation, land disturbance permit inspections and project tracking.