Utility Location Specialist

Manhattan, IL - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 21 - 25

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Full-time

Description

(Regular Non-Exempt)

Starting Salary Range: $21.10 - $25.33/hour DOQ

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Shift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

How to Apply: Using the apply button on this page please complete the required online application upload a resume and a list of three professional references with full contact information. For general questions about the position contact Unique Hiram at or

Summary/Objective

Protects the Citys utility facilities and provides for safe and effective construction activities by locating and marking all City-owned pipelines boxes utility holes etc. at all construction sites throughout the city of Manhattan. This role also maintains current and accurate maps and drawings of those Public Works facilities in coordination with the Citys engineering division and other state and local entities and provides support for other department units.

Essential Functions

Locates monitors and maintains utility facilities works within city streets and right of ways daily.

Prevents damage to utilities works and adjacent public and private property by locating underground utility facilities in an accurate and timely manner by using the Kansas One Call system for locate notification.
Monitors construction activity as it relates to possible conflicts with underground City utilities.
Operates maintains and is accountable for city vehicle that is assigned to the position.
Develops and maintains detailed records of all activities.
Works in and around high traffic areas.
Performs daily interactions with citizens contractors and other employees.

Verifies accuracy of existing utility maps and reports needed changes and/or additions to proper authority for mapping and/or geographic information input.

Maintains current and accurate information on maps and geographic information system.
Assists supervisors and other departmental personnel in other projects for the benefit of the City and/or the department.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of experience in utility maintenance construction or related field.
Valid drivers license.
Locate training.
811 dig safe training required within 6 months of hire.
OSHA 10 certification required within 6 months of hire.
Once Call Concepts for ticket management.

Compensation & Benefits

Boot Clothing and Vehicle Allowances if applicable.
City issued Cell Phone if applicable.
Retirement/Pension - City employees are required by statute to contribute to the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS). Voluntary retirement contributions are offered with Nationwide Mission Square and Empower KPERS 457.
Medical Dental Vision - The City offers an excellent benefits package that includes wellness medical vision dental and prescription drug benefits.
Paid Holidays 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one additional floating holiday.
Paid Vacation - 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
Paid Sick Leave - 12 days per year.
Paid Parental Leave - up to 6 weeks of paid leave.
Education Reimbursement Professional Development. Certifications/Licensure - The City will reimburse up to $8000 per calendar year for tuition and fees. Professional Development funds are based on department budget. Certification/licensure may be reimbursed by the City.
Other Benefits - Long-term disability employer paid group life insurance basic life insurance employee assistance program and an array of voluntary benefit options.

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets backgrounds experiences and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status or any basis protected by law.

Required Experience:

Full-timeDescription(Regular Non-Exempt)Starting Salary Range: $21.10 - $25.33/hour DOQClosing Date: Open Until FilledShift/Workdays and Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMHow to Apply: Using the apply button on this page please complete the required online application upload a resume and a lis...