Underground Utilities Locator Trainee/I/II

City-of-Panama-City-Beach-; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Panama City Beach is seeking an Underground Utilities Locator II / Trainee to locate underground lines, operate locating equipment, and assist in field inspections for new subdivisions.

The role requires knowledge of locating principles, map reading, GIS data input, and strong communication with contractors and public. Valid driver’s license and progression toward relevant licenses are expected.

Qualifications

• Must have a standard high school diploma/GED or vocational training.
• For trainee: begin work to obtain FDEP Water Distribution System Operator License, Level 3 and Wastewater Collection System Operator License Level C.
• Locator I: must have HS diploma and licenses Level 3 and Level C and 2 years of underground locator experience.
• Locator II: HS diploma and licenses Level 2 and Level B and 5 years of locator experience.

Responsibilities

• Receives and processes locate requests.
• Determines locations of water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines.
• Operates locating equipment and technology.
• Assists contractors and utility providers in locating mains and valves.
• Marks utility locations.
• Reads maps and blueprints; provides GIS data input and data verification.
• Prepares logs and reports.
• Assists in inspection and testing of lines for new subdivisions.
• Performs related duties.

Skills

Underground locating

GIS data entry

Map reading

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED

FDEP Water Distribution Operator License Level 3

FW&PCOA Wastewater Operator License Level C

FW&PCOA Wastewater Operator License Level B

Tools

Locating equipment

Computers & job-related software

GIS software

Job description

This position is responsible for locating underground utility lines and other system components. An incumbent in this position may be designated “Underground Utilities Locator II” or Underground Utilities Locator Trainee.”

• Receives and processes locate request.
• Determines the locations of water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines.
• Operates a variety of locating equipment and technology.
• Assists contractors and utility providers in locating mains and valves.
• Marks utility locations.
• Reads maps and blueprints; provides information used to update and correct maps; acquires data for input into the GIS system; verifies existing GIS data.
• Prepares logs and reports.
• Assists in the inspection and testing of water, sewer, and reclaimed water lines for new subdivisions.
• Performs related duties.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
• Trainee – Must have a standard high school diploma/GED; or vocational school; must begin work to obtain FDEP Water Distribution System Operator License, Level 3 and a Wastewater Collection System Operator License, Level “C” from FW&PCOA.
• Locator I – Must have a standard high school diploma/GED; or vocational school; must possess FDEP Water Distribution System Operator License, Level 3 and a Wastewater Collection System Operator License, Level “C” from FW&PCOA. Must have two (2) years of experience as an Underground Utilities Locater.
• Locator II - Must have a standard high school diploma/GED; or vocational school; must possess FDEP Water Distribution System Operator License Level 2 and a Wastewater Collection System Operator License, Level “B” from FW&PCOA. Must have five (5) years of experience as an Underground Utilities Locater.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of underground utility locating principles and practices.
• Knowledge of map reading principles.
• Knowledge of area streets and roads.
• Knowledge of field data collection methods.
• Skill in the use of a variety of utility locating equipment.
• Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in the preparation of reports.
• Skill in the provision of customer services.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The Underground Utilities Superintendentassigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES Guidelines include city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related utility location duties. Inclement weather and field conditions contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to locate underground utility lines. Successful performance results in the protection of underground lines and contributes to the efficiency and effective of a variety of construction and maintenance projects.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with department personnel, contractors, plumbers, utility company personnel, property owners, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, and to provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

• The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

**These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.