Utility Locator

City of Newberry; South Carolina; In loco; USD 45.000 - 50.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

City of Newberry in Newberry, SC is seeking a Utility Locator within the Utilities department to identify and mark underground utilities for construction activities. The role requires precise location of water, sewer, electrical, and fiber lines with timely data updates.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of locating experience, plus strong communication skills. Typical schedule is Mon-Thu, 7 am–5 pm.

Competenze

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of related utility locating experience preferred.
• SC driver's license required.

Mansioni

• Locate water, sewer, electrical, and fiber utilities for excavation.
• Update SC 811 program records with current utility data.
• Communicate with city departments, contractors and residents about locate needs.

Conoscenze

Verbal/Written comms

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Stress tolerance

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

SC driver's license

Descrizione del lavoro

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Utility Locator

Manual Labor

8 days ago Requisition ID: 1202

Salary Range: $45,000.00 To $50,000.00 Annually

Job Description

Job Title: Utility Locator Department: Utilities

Reports to: Asst. to the Utility Director Division: Utilities Administration

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Date Effective: August 2026

Job Summary:

The utility locator marks the location of underground utilities for construction activities requiring excavation. Work requires pinpointing paths of fiber, cables, pipes, and other conduits that carry utilities underground.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Reading utility maps, civil engineering drawings, GIS information.
• Using utility locate equipment.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Locates water lines, sewer lines, electrical distribution system, primary and secondary, and fiber lines; updates SC 811 program-related records using their electronic process.
• Communication with City departments and personnel with up-to-date utilities in services and changes that need updated or corrected on maps/plats.
• Communicates with consumers/citizens in regard to utility locates needed from contractors or homeowners.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Minimum Education, Certifications, and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one to two years of related utility locating experience.
• SC driver's license.

Preferred Education, Certifications, and Experience:

Work Schedule and Overtime:

• Monday - Thursday typical hours are 7 am - 5 pm.
• Available to work as needed for response to emergencies or support utility staff, as needed.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting and driving a vehicle.

Must be able to stand for long periods of time, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and balance.

Must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Performs other duties as needed. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.