Utility Line Locator

City of Victoria TX; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

TMRS retirement with 2:1 City match

Wellness programs

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

The City of Victoria TX is seeking a detail-oriented Utility Line Locator to identify and mark water, wastewater, storm sewer, traffic lines and fiber lines to prevent damage during construction.

Under general supervision, you will locate and mark lines, assist contractors, operate valves and meters, and respond to citizen inquiries. The role requires safety awareness and physical ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and six months of public works utility experience.
• Knowledge of safety policies, local/state/federal regulations and line locating procedures.
• Ability to read manuals/blueprints and communicate clearly in writing and speech.

Responsibilities

• Locate and mark water, wastewater, traffic lines, and fiber per requests.
• Assist contractors by identifying unknown lines at worksites.
• Operate valves, meters, and conduits; respond to citizen inquiries.
• Maintain inventory and support on-call duties as assigned.

Skills

Local geography and street names

Line locating and marking practices

Tools, methods, materials for water/wW

Work safety policies and practices

Records maintenance practices

Laws, codes, regulations knowledge

Reading blueprints and manuals

Verbal and written communication

Relationship building

Operating maintenance tools

Mathematical calculations

Following instructions

Prioritizing and organizing work

PPE and safe work practices

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Utility Line Locator identifies and marks the location of water, wastewater, storm sewer, traffic lines and fiber lines to prevent damage and service interruptions during construction.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Locate City taps, water and wastewater lines, traffic lines, storm sewer lines and fiber optic cables as requested.
• Assists contractor by identifying unknown lines at work sites.
• Locates and marks, fiber, water and sewer services for both Public Works and other City departments and contractors; locates and operates water valves, wastewater, storm, traffic conduits and other City owned facilities.
• Repairs leaks on service lines and water meters; and conducts pressure and water flow tests; replaces and installs new water meters as needed.
• Maintains warehouse supply inventory.
• Addresses and responds to complaints and concerns from citizens.
• Performs on-call duties as assigned.
• Performs related duties as required or assigned.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Work is performed throughout the City and requires exposure to hazardous chemicals, inclement weather conditions, wastewater, and potentially dangerous tools, equipment, and machinery. May be required to climb ladders, dig and work in trenches, and lift and move objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

Required Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines

High school diploma or GED equivalent AND six (6) months of previous public works utility experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge of:

• Applicable local, State, and Federal laws, codes, regulations, and ordinances.
• Records maintenance and retention practices and procedures.
• Tools, methods, materials, and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater systems.
• Work safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Local geography and street names.
• Line locating and marking practices and procedures.

Skill in:

• Operating basic maintenance tools and equipment.
• Completing accurate mathematic calculations.
• Following written and verbal instructions.
• Organizing work and setting priorities to meet deadlines.
• Following safe work practices including the proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Reading and accurately interpreting technical manuals, blueprints, grid books, and instructions.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a Class D Water license within one year of employment.
• Must obtain a Class B CDL with tanker endorsements within 6 months of employment.

The City of Victoria offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees that includes but not limited to: health, dental and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) with a 2:1 City match, short and long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, paid parental leave, longevity pay and credit union.

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Please visit the Human Resources Department's benefits page for more details.

01

Are you 18 or older?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid Texas Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you hold a valid Texas Class B Commercial driver's license? Or, are you willing to obtain one within six (6) months of hire?

• Yes
• No

04

What would you do if you noticed a coworker not following safety procedures?

• Report the incident to a supervisor immediately.
• Ignore it unless it becomes a serious issue.
• Confront the coworker directly.

05

Do you have utilities maintenance experience?

• Yes, 3-5 years.
• Yes, 1-2 years.
• No experience

06

Are you familiar with how to safely operate tools and equipment for utility maintenance?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you possess a Class D Water license, or are willing to obtain one within one (1) year of hire?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question