Underground Utility Locator & Marking Technician

City of New Bern; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New Bern is seeking a utility locator to perform locates and mark underground infrastructure in accordance with NC811 standards. The role involves using GIS data, as-built drawings, and locating equipment under supervision.

Responsibilities include processing NC811 tickets, maintaining equipment, and communicating with city staff and contractors. A North Carolina driver's license is required, and candidate must meet education/experience criteria.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and some related work experience.
• Knowledge of NC811 standards and utility locating practices.
• Ability to read technical drawings and maps and operate locating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Receive NC811 tickets and conduct locates per NC811 standards.
• Identify and mark underground utilities with paint/flags using drawings and GIS data.
• Complete and process locate tickets in NC811 system.
• Operate and maintain locating equipment; verify field information and report updates.

Skills

Locate utilities

NC811 standards

GIS information

Read drawings

Operate locating equipment

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Locating equipment

Job description

The City of New Bern is seeking a utility locator to perform locates and mark underground infrastructure in accordance with NC811 standards. The role involves using GIS data, as-built drawings, and locating equipment under supervision.

Responsibilities include processing NC811 tickets, maintaining equipment, and communicating with city staff and contractors. A North Carolina driver's license is required, and candidate must meet education/experience criteria.