Utility Locator - Seasonal

Salary: $18.00 Hourly
Location : Bldg B, Ankeny
Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal
Job Number: 00566
Department: Municipal Utilities
Opening Date: 03/19/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
Function
The City of Ankeny is accepting applications for a seasonal position as a Utility Locator with the Water Division - Municipal Utilities Department.
Starting salary is $18.00 per hour, no benefits.
Hours: 7 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
The position will begin as soon as possible and end in December 2024.
Applications will be accepted until the position has been filled. Interested individuals should apply online with the and attach a resume as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required. QR App.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Accurately identifies, maps, and marks the location and depth of all City owned utilities to include water main, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, fiber optics, etc. to help prevent any damage by contractors or others digging near City facilities or utilities.
• Uses a variety of techniques to locate and measure utilities including electrical, magnetic, maps, construction plans or other documents.
• Maintains accurate records and documents interactions, site information, utilities, and any other required or important information within our databases and LAMA software.
• Coordinates with City employees, contractors, builders, engineers, etc. regarding current and upcoming projects with respect to their needs for any locating work.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees, residents, and contractors.
• Assist other locating personnel within the water division as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or needed.

Entry Requirements and Skills

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent.
• Previous locating experience is helpful, but not required.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public, ability to keep accurate and legible records, and have the ability to recognize occupational hazards and follow established safety precautions.
• Knowledge of general construction, and graphic information systems (GIS); knowledge of the materials, methods, and practices of public and private construction; ability to read and interpret engineering plans for public and private construction including proposed improvements as well as existing infrastructure; ability to communicate ideas to others; ability to organize and maintain multiple projects at one time handle confidential information in a sensitive manner, solve problems, and concentrate in diverse work setting.
• Knowledge of computer aided drafting (CAD), and graphic information system (GIS) software are helpful, but not required.

REQUIRED SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Shall be able to maintain a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Iowa.

• Constant walking, standing, or stooping in the field to complete work.
• Climbs and walks over uneven terrain including job sites as necessary.
• Works outdoors in all seasonal environments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force.
• Must be insurable.
• Must be sighted.
• Must be able to hear normal conversation.
• Must be able to speak clearly at normal rate of conversation.
• Must be able to kneel, squat, and walk.
• Must be able to move up and down ladders and stairs.
• Must be able to work in wet, snow/icy weather conditions.
• Must keep regular and reliable attendance at work.

The City of Ankeny is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair and equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, national origin, or handicap that does not interfere with job performance with reasonable accommodation. The City of Ankeny is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who wish to apply for or serve as employees. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department at 515-965-6400 or email .
This position is not eligible for health benefits but may be eligible for IPERS. IPERS eligibility and participation will begin once an employee earns $1,000 or more in two consecutive quarters and will continue for the duration of employment.