Utility Locator (00617)

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

Performs difficult semiskilled work in locating and marking the underground utilities owned and operated by City of New Bern; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

• Receive NC811 tickets and conduct locates to in compliance with the NC811 standards.
• Identify and mark underground utility infrastructure with paint and/or flags by use of "as built" drawings, GIS information and various electronic locating equipment.
• Complete, record, and process locate tickets within the NC811 system.
• Operation and maintenance of locating equipment.
• Verifies field information and notifies supervisor regarding updates or corrections that need to be further investigated.
• Communicates with City staff and excavation contractors in completing locate services.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, methods, and procedures of underground utilities.
• Maintains on-call status during hurricanes, ice storms and other emergencies as required.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of water, wastewater, electric, and fiber systems; some knowledge utility locating equipment and NC811 standards; ability to read technical language, construction drawings and maps; ability to understand and follow work orders and prepare simple reports; ability to operate trucks and utility locating equipment; ability to perform manual tasks for extended periods, often under unfavorable conditions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Requirements

Education And Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience with water, wastewater, electric and/or fiber infrastructure.

Special Requirements

Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.

*The City of New Bern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*