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The Locator position supports all City departments and performs a wide variety of skilled and technical assignments. This position locates underground utility wires, water mains, and sewer mains using electrical water and sewer maps and special electronic locator equipment. To locate City utilities this position requires use of blueprints and/or other engineering drawings. Also provides geographical information for all City departments
This position is non-exempt and eligible for overtime. Positions may be filled at different salary levels dependent on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Entry level salary: $36,580. Intermediate to senior level salary: $37,860.30 to $40,238. Benefits Include:
$1.50 per hour shift differential for hours worked between 7pm to 7am
3% increase after successful completion of probation period
6% retirement contribution with additional 3% match
100% paid health insurance for employee
Vacation and Personal time upon hire
Annual Merit increases
15 paid holidays
Expectation of Job Duties
The following examples are meant to be illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:
- Performs utility locates for all City departments per State Statutes.
- Uses GPS Unit for City utilities and downloads to computer.
- Inventory and upload blueprints and engineering files.
- Performs CCTV inspections for water, sewer, and transportation departments.
- Provides assistance to all Public Works departments
- Follows departmental rules, policies, procedures, and assists fellow employees.
- Maintains an open line of communication and a good working relationship with all city employees.
- Follows daily and weekly work schedules and completes projects in a timely and accurate manner.
- May assist in preparing reports as requested.
- Operates pickup truck and similar equipment.
- Performs routine maintenance and service on motor vehicles and equipment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- High school graduate or G.E.D.
- Moderate knowledge of computers including Microsoft applications and GIS software.
- Must possess a valid Missouri driver’s license.
- Utility Locate Technician Certification preferred, or willing to obtain within 60 days
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- Any combination of education, training, or experience, which would qualify for the position as determined by the City Administrator and the Public Works Director.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions with limited supervision.
- Ability to read and interpret construction blueprints and specifications.
- Ability to maintain detailed, accurate records and reports.
- Knowledge of locating theory and locating equipment.
- Ability to deal effectively with the general public and city officials.
- Ability to express oneself clearly and concisely, both orally and written with employees, public officials, vendors, and others as required.
- Thorough knowledge of rules and regulations of city personnel policy and procedures.
- Thorough knowledge of State Statutes regarding utility locates.
- Working knowledge of construction equipment, materials, and methods in sewer and water departments.
- Thorough knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common in public works.
- Working knowledge of computers, mapping software, and locate ticket management.
