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Location : Youngsville, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202200240
Department: Public Utilities - Water
Opening Date: 01/11/2024
Hiring Incentive: Salary listed is a posted range actual salary is depending on experience and education. This job classification will be eligible for a $500 (taxable) Hiring Incentive. Policy Requirements Apply***
General Statement of Duties
An employee in this class is responsible for technical support work and other related activities providing location and marking of water and sewer lines and related appurtenances. Duties include water and sewer lines locates for contractors, developers, or other utility companies and marks them to prevent damage. Work also involves coordinating with contractors to minimize unnecessary location work and ensure timely and accurate locations, and maintenance of locations records documentation. Work is usually performed alone and requires independent initiative and the ability to meet deadlines. Work may subject the employee to environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and construction noise and hazards. Work around raw sewage is subject to the final OSHA standards on blood borne pathogens. The employee may be required to report after normal working hours for emergencies. Work is performed within the Administrative Operations Division of the Public Utilities Department under regular supervision of the Utilities Project Manager and is evaluated based on conferences, review of completed work, and observation of demonstrated skills.
Duties and Responsibilities/Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Locates underground utilities including water and sewer lines; marks lines with paint or other markings; monitors electronic emailed NC 811 notifications and responds in a timely manner; prioritizes requests based on anticipated construction schedules; schedules route for efficient and effective use of time; enters completed locations into NC 811.
Actively collaborate with team members to update county utility maps and geodatabase; compares field location against current maps; notifies asset management team of inconsistencies so that locations can be verified.
Coordinates with contractors to minimize the number of locations needed, eliminate duplicate and unnecessary locate requests, and ensure timely and accurate locations; creates effective working relationships with contractors and County staff to enhance coordination and reduce damage to utilities.
Establishes and maintains records to document completed utility locations and assist in identifying accountability for any damage that occurs.
Utilizes GIS software to view maps online, digital camera, inductive and conductive locators, metal detectors, ground penetrating radar equipment and hand tools.
Considerable knowledge of county utility construction and maintenance policies, practices, engineering standards, and customer service policies.
Considerable knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in distribution and collection system design, construction, and maintenance.
Knowledge of NC 811 rules and regulations.
Working knowledge of county street locations and county geography.
Knowledge of information technology needed to complete the work including office software, utility detection and location equipment .
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
Ability to interpret and apply the county's engineering specifications and details, and state and federal regulations water and sanitary sewer systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships and communicate effectively with the general public, contractors, and other employees.
Ability to operate location tools and equipment.
Ability to prepare accurate records.
Ability to prioritize, plan and organize work independently for effective execution.
Desirable Education and Experience
Graduation from high school and considerable experience in subsurface utility location; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirement
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.
Prefer possession of certified training in utility location.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational support functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, grasping, fingering, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Must possess the visual acuity to compile and compute data and statistics, operate a computer terminal, perform technical reading, and use measuring devices.
Franklin County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity. Benefit options include medical and dental insurance; elective supplemental insurance options such as short-term disability, vision, and voluntary term life; local government retirement; 401(k) with a 4% employer contribution (no employee match required); generous paid leave that includes 12 county-observed paid holidays per year; an employee wellness program inclusive of a county sponsored gym and an employee assistance program.
For more information about Franklin County benefit options please click here
Location : Youngsville, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202200240
Department: Public Utilities - Water
Opening Date: 01/11/2024
Hiring Incentive: Salary listed is a posted range actual salary is depending on experience and education. This job classification will be eligible for a $500 (taxable) Hiring Incentive. Policy Requirements Apply***
General Statement of Duties
An employee in this class is responsible for technical support work and other related activities providing location and marking of water and sewer lines and related appurtenances. Duties include water and sewer lines locates for contractors, developers, or other utility companies and marks them to prevent damage. Work also involves coordinating with contractors to minimize unnecessary location work and ensure timely and accurate locations, and maintenance of locations records documentation. Work is usually performed alone and requires independent initiative and the ability to meet deadlines. Work may subject the employee to environmental conditions, extreme temperatures, and construction noise and hazards. Work around raw sewage is subject to the final OSHA standards on blood borne pathogens. The employee may be required to report after normal working hours for emergencies. Work is performed within the Administrative Operations Division of the Public Utilities Department under regular supervision of the Utilities Project Manager and is evaluated based on conferences, review of completed work, and observation of demonstrated skills.
Duties and Responsibilities/Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Locates underground utilities including water and sewer lines; marks lines with paint or other markings; monitors electronic emailed NC 811 notifications and responds in a timely manner; prioritizes requests based on anticipated construction schedules; schedules route for efficient and effective use of time; enters completed locations into NC 811.
Actively collaborate with team members to update county utility maps and geodatabase; compares field location against current maps; notifies asset management team of inconsistencies so that locations can be verified.
Coordinates with contractors to minimize the number of locations needed, eliminate duplicate and unnecessary locate requests, and ensure timely and accurate locations; creates effective working relationships with contractors and County staff to enhance coordination and reduce damage to utilities.
Establishes and maintains records to document completed utility locations and assist in identifying accountability for any damage that occurs.
Utilizes GIS software to view maps online, digital camera, inductive and conductive locators, metal detectors, ground penetrating radar equipment and hand tools.
Considerable knowledge of county utility construction and maintenance policies, practices, engineering standards, and customer service policies.
Considerable knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in distribution and collection system design, construction, and maintenance.
Knowledge of NC 811 rules and regulations.
Working knowledge of county street locations and county geography.
Knowledge of information technology needed to complete the work including office software, utility detection and location equipment .
Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications.
Ability to interpret and apply the county's engineering specifications and details, and state and federal regulations water and sanitary sewer systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships and communicate effectively with the general public, contractors, and other employees.
Ability to operate location tools and equipment.
Ability to prepare accurate records.
Ability to prioritize, plan and organize work independently for effective execution.
Desirable Education and Experience
Graduation from high school and considerable experience in subsurface utility location; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirement
Possession of a valid North Carolina driver's license.
Prefer possession of certified training in utility location.
Physical Requirements
Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational support functions of climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, crouching, standing, walking, grasping, fingering, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
Must be able to perform medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Must possess the visual acuity to compile and compute data and statistics, operate a computer terminal, perform technical reading, and use measuring devices.
Franklin County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity. Benefit options include medical and dental insurance; elective supplemental insurance options such as short-term disability, vision, and voluntary term life; local government retirement; 401(k) with a 4% employer contribution (no employee match required); generous paid leave that includes 12 county-observed paid holidays per year; an employee wellness program inclusive of a county sponsored gym and an employee assistance program.
For more information about Franklin County benefit options please click here
