JOB TITLE: Utility Locator Technician DEPARTMENT: Public Works & Transportation DIVISION: Sewer Maintenance SALARY: $42016/yr $20.20/hr CLOSING DATE: Until filled
Job Summary/ Scope Operates equipment used in the maintenance and repair of the Citys sanitary & combined sewer system. Although this position primarily operates the vacuum sewer cleaners and excavators it may also include dump trucks high loaders skid steer loaders backhoes bucket trucks and snow removal equipment. Makes repairs to gravity sewer mains gravity sewer manholes catch basins; installs/replaces ADA ramps in conjunction with catch basin repair cleans gravity sewer system using vac trucks and jet rodders inspects sewers and manholes using a CCTV system and tests sewers for leaks using smoke and/or dye testing tools. Responds to snow and ice storms and other severe weather events. Some basic data entry for asset management purposes. Assists Utility Locater in performing prompt and accurate locating of City-owned utilities including Gravity Sewer Mains Force Mains and Traffic Signal Loops and associated wiring. Keeps accurate and up-to-date records. Must be abreast of current industry standards guidelines procedures and policies. Limited supervisory responsibilities. No budgetary responsibilities.
Supervisory Responsibility Integral to the position of Equipment Operator III is the responsibility for developing subordinates to their fullest potential by exercising appropriate degrees of coaching training guiding evaluating correcting and if necessary disciplining.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - OPERATES and maintains equipment including but not limited to dump truck backhoe high loader bucket truck vacuum sewer cleaner jet rod truck chain saw and miscellaneous power tools.
- TRANSPORTS tools and equipment to and from jobs.
- SHOVELS gravel dirt debris and performs general labor tasks.
- CONSTRUCTS concrete forms and assists with concrete finish work.
- SPREADS salt and plows snow in winter.
- CUTS weeds and brush around sewer inlets.
- REMOVES mud and trash from sewer inlets.
- REQUIRED to be on call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
- HAULS dirt rock and other material.
- OPERATES jack hammer.
- SETS up barricades.
- LOCATES utility lines as needed.
- MAINTAINS regular and reliable attendance.
- TRAIN new employees on safe and efficient operation of vehicles machinery and equipment.
- RECEIVES locate requests from Missouri One Call
- LOCATES City-owned facilities in the field using the Citys GIS system as-built drawings and electronic pipe/cable locating equipment.
- PREPARES various reports detailing locating activities.
- COMPLETES all necessary forms reports and procedures utilizing Missouri One Calls ticket management system Ticket Check.
- ADVISES various division supervisors concerning discrepancies in the Citys utility data (Citys GIS system as-built drawings etc.).
- RESPONDS to after-hour emergency locate requests.
- RESPONDS to or facilitates meet requests made by excavators.
- ROTATES holidays evenings Saturdays and Sundays with Utility Locator Tech for emergency locate calls.
- INSPECTS Creek Crossing Elevated Crossings manholes and other sewer-related structures when not assisting Utility Locator.
- ACTS as crew leader as needed.
Other Duties and Responsibilities Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Employee Behavior and Conduct City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include but are not limited to being communicative informative fair honest and respectful.
Required (Essential) Skills Knowledge and Abilities
- SKILLS in the safe and efficient operation of equipment and machinery used in the construction and maintenance of sewer facilities.
- KNOWLEDGE of carpentry and concrete work required.
- KNOWLEDGE of general sewer maintenance and repair procedures required.
- KNOWLEDGE of proper shoring techniques required.
- ABILITY to give and follow instructions.
- MUST obtain valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement within 90 days of employment.
- KNOWLEDGE of proper barricading & traffic control procedures required.
- REQUIRED to be on-call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed.
- REQUIRED to pass NIMS 100 & 700 testing within 90 days of employment.
- KNOWLEDGE of how to properly secure loads on trucks and trailers required.
- ABILITY to safely access various utility appurtenances such as electrical vaults valve boxes and both waste- and storm- water manholes and structures.
- KNOWLEDGE of basic markings symbols and colors used when locating underground facilities.
- KNOWLEDGE of Missouri One Call procedures and policies.
- KNOWLEDGE of the Citys utility infrastructure.
- KNOWLEDGE of the Citys Street name and address system.
- KNOWLEDGE of MUTCD Traffic Control standards and procedures.
- KNOWLEDGE of confined space entry procedures and regulations.
- SKILLS in Microsoft Office and knowledge of asset management software required.
Materials and Equipment Directly Used Operates a variety of equipment including but not limited to dump trucks snowplows jack hammers back hoes high loaders chain saws and other tools directly related to the maintenance of sewers. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.
Working Environment/Physical Requirements Work is performed under a variety of conditions ranging from confined spaces large excavations sewer odors sanitary sewerage vermin extreme cold heat wind and wet. Must be able to stand for long periods and operate equipment with dexterity. Must have the ability to routinely lift objects weighing up to 30 pounds occasionally lift objects weighing as much as 80 pounds or assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 100 pounds and pulling loads up to 300 pounds. Must be able to regularly pull a charged sewer cleaning hose up to 50 and occasionally several hundred feet across fences and through various types of terrain. Must have the ability to regularly assemble install & disconnect 5 to 6 sections of vacuum tubing weighing up to 120 pounds. Work involves occasional to frequent climbing bending squatting and reaching.
Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.
Education High school diploma or equivalent or must be able to obtain within 6 months of employment. One to three years of experience in related field required.
Passing of a drug screening required prior to appointment. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City is a Governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.
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