Public Works/Wastewater - Utility Locator Technician

City of Hampton; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hampton is seeking a motivated individual for the Utility Locator Technician role. This position supports upcoming repair work, promotes safe excavation practices, and helps prevent damage to underground infrastructure in the Hampton area.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of related experience, a valid driver's license, and a record of safety-conscious work. The role may require flexible hours and emergency responses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of full-time utility location experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
• Safety sensitive position; subject to substance abuse testing and background check.

Responsibilities

• Perform underground utility locating duties to promote safe excavation practices.
• Support upcoming city repair work and minimize service disruptions.
• Maintain accurate records and travel throughout the city as required.
• Be available as essential personnel during city emergencies or long hours as needed.

Skills

Underground utility location

Blueprint reading

Record keeping

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community while helping keep our city's infrastructure safe and reliable? We are seeking motivated individuals to join our team as a Utility Locator Technician! This position plays an important role in supporting upcoming utility repair work throughout the city by performing a variety of utility locating duties. The primary focus is to promote safe excavation practices, prevent damage to underground infrastructure, minimize service disruptions, and help maintain a safe working environment for employees, contractors, and the community. If you are safety-minded, detail-oriented, and interested in serving your community, we encourage you to apply!

Come work for the City of Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and other benefits. As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduation from high school or successful completion of the GED.
• One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience in underground utility location or a closely related experience.
• Knowledge of the Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act is preferred.
• A combination of technical experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver’s record based on the City of Hampton’s criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City’s current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to plan and organize work and the ability to maintain accurate records is required.
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints, engineering plans and drawings required.
• May require some work to be completed on nights, weekends and holidays.
• Requires considerable travel throughout the city on a daily basis.
• The incumbent may be considered “essential personnel” during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.