Utility Locator

Identifies and marks water, wastewater, stormwater, and other infrastructure to protect City facilities from damage, meet Utility Notification Center of Colorado (UNCC) requirements, and support contractors, City staff, and the public in the safe and efficient planning and execution of excavation, boring, and other subsurface work.

Uses a variety of data sources, including mapping software, document management systems, as-built drawings, specialized equipment, and field observations to ensure accuracy and timeliness in accordance with UNCC requirements.

Work includes a high level of independent judgment, including the ability to work under pressure when responding to emergencies and other afterhours requests.

TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE: Considerable knowledge of applicable laws, standards and regulations relating to utility location in the state of Colorado; thorough knowledge of the process of utility locating.

Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials used in the construction, repair and maintenance of water systems including automated metering systems, wastewater collection systems, and stormwater systems.

Ability to read and interpret plats and easements; knowledge of surveying principles and techniques

SKILL: Reading and interpreting maps and specifications; operating specialized equipment required to perform the job, and a high level of computer proficiency

ABILITY: Apply standard testing and analysis procedures and operate appropriate equipment; provide technical advice to contractors and the public; understand and respond to customer needs; employ technical skills to maintain accurate computer records and utilize applicable software; review and interpret engineering plans and drawings and utilize a variety of reports and records; establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, developers, the public and other employees; address problems and trends in a timely, efficient, and equitable manner; address multiple demands and meet deadlines; adapt to interruptions, equipment, failures, unusual demands, and/or changing priorities.

TRAINING: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Prefer candidates hold current Level I Water Collection Certification and Level I Water Distribution Certification.

Flagger, trenching and shoring and other construction safety certifications preferred.

Two (2) years of college or technical school with major course work in civil engineering or related area preferred.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 2 years of utility locating experience required, or equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform essential functions of the position.

Five years of direct utility locating experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive:

Performs timely and accurate locates of City utilities, including but n...