Utility Locator and Inspector

City of Elmhurst; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

IMRF retirement

Job summary

City of Elmhurst in Elmhurst, IL is seeking a Construction Inspector to locate underground utilities, inspect repairs and ensure code compliance. The role involves coordinating with the public works department and contractors, updating utility maps and enforcing regulations with developers and the public.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED with two years of inspection experience, strong math and reading plans skills, and a proven ability to maintain clear records and work on

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED with 2 years inspection experience.
• Equivalent combinations considered by HR.
• Able to interpret plans and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Locate underground utilities using locating equipment.
• Inspect utility repairs and coordinate with public works.
• Update and file City utility maps.
• Explain and enforce regulations to developers and the public.
• Inspect tree protection fencing and pavement pre-pours.
• Verify plans and construction documents for accuracy.
• Maintain logs and prepare reports.
• Operate a vehicle to travel to job sites.
• Contribute to team efficiency.
• Demonstrate courteous behavior in interactions.

Skills

Construction methods

Record keeping

Mathematical calculations

Reading plans

Public interaction

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Surveying equipment

Job description

Responds to utility location requests; utilizes specialized equipment to determine and mark precise location of various underground utilities.

Essential Functions:

• Locates underground utilities using pipe, cable and magnetic locating equipment.
• Inspect underground utility repairs; coordinate repairs with public works department and various contractors; ensure conformance with codes and regulations; notes changes required and follows up as necessary.
• Update, revise and file City utility maps.
• Interprets, explains and enforces regulations, ordinances and policies to developers, contractors, representatives of other agencies and the public; confers with City engineers regarding possible changes to plans and problem resolution.
• Inspects tree protection fencing, concrete, asphalt, curb, sidewalk and driveway pre-pours.
• Checks plans, pay requests and construction documents for mathematical accuracy.
• Maintains logs of inspection performed; prepares periodic and special reports as required; estimates progress payments due on contracts for public works projects; assists in contract close-out negotiations.
• Operates a motor vehicle to travel to and from job sites.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with public and staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED; AND two years of construction inspection experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Construction methods, materials, practices, specifications and equipment.
• Applicable City and state laws, ordinances, regulations and codes and industry standards.
• Safe work practices and regulations pertaining to the work.
• Techniques for dealing with the public, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
• Basic surveying principles and practices.
• Record keeping principles and practices.
• Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Performing inspections of varied public works and related projects.
• Reading and interpreting drawings, plans, specifications and contracts.
• Interpreting, explaining and enforcing a variety of codes, ordinances and regulations.
• Maintaining clear, accurate and concise records and field sketches; exercising sound independent judgment within procedural guidelines.
• Making accurate mathematical calculations.
• Dealing successfully with the public, in person and over the telephone, often where relations may be confrontational or strained.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this role.

Salary & Benefits:

Salary Range: $30.83-$46.25/hour DOQ. FLSA Status: Non-exempt. Benefits: Includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance (City contributes annually half the cost of the deductible to employee HSA), tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF).

Applications will be accepted through close of business on Friday, October 30, 2026.

The City of Elmhurst is an equal opportunity employer.