Utility Line Locator I

Position Title

FACILITY LOCATOR APPRENTICE

Department

POSITION ID NUMBER:

OPERATIONS

Reports To

DAMAGE PREVENTION SUPERVISOR

Pay Grade

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT HOURLY

KEY WORDS: LINE SPOTTER, LINE LOCATOR, LABORER, TRAINEE

POSITION PROGRESSION PATHWAY BASE RATES

FACILITY LOCATOR I: $21.60 PER HOUR / $44,928.00 YEARLY

FACILITY LOCATOR II: $22.94 PER HOUR / $47,715.20 YEARLY

FACILITY LOCATOR III: $25.90 PER HOUR / $50,710.40 YEARLY

FACILITY LOCATOR, SENIOR: $27.52 PER HOUR / $53,872.00 YEARLY

Job Summary

This is an entry-level training position.

Under direct supervision, this position will assist in the essential functions and responsibilities to learn to be able to complete them with limited supervision

- Assists in locating gas distribution and transmission lines, and maintaining valve boxes. Assists in performing gas line construction and maintenance duties.

Incumbents in this position will be held to the District's Gold Standard for Customer Service.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Training in the useof prescribed equipment to locate gas lines for utilities and customers. Required to dig to the line to visually inspect gas line was properly located. Must use current techniques to determine location of gas line.

- Assists in updating system maps.

- Prepares and backfills trenches.

- Inspects old service lines.

- Aids in response to gas leaks. Assists leak technicians on system-wide leak surveys and patrolling activities.

- Ensures truck is properly stocked with equipment and construction materials.

- Under direct supervision, completes appropriate forms and documents all work performed.

- Must be able to safely and responsibly operate the automotive vehicle assigned. Must maintain assigned vehicle through appropriate operator maintenance and by keeping said vehicle clean and neat.

- Maintains tools and equipment in prescribed manner.

- Maintains control of inventory items obtained from stock or carried on truck.

- Other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

The preceding is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. The principal duties and responsibilities enumerated are essential job functions.

Education And Experience

High School diploma.

Essential Competencies

Exhibits essential math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals). Basic language skills: read, write, and speak clearly.

Interpersonal skills to work in a team environment, take direction from supervisors, follow work rules, keep required job schedules and focus on details, and encourage cooperative work environment.

Awareness and comprehension of company policies, procedures and practices, and regulatory requirements. Shows understanding of safety programs and initiatives.

Basic knowledge of corrosion control and electrical principles. Familiarity with Sunshine One-Call and DOT regulations related to corrosion, leak testing and record keeping.

Basic computer skills (knowledge of MS Office and applicable District approved software).

This

position

requires knowledge and task evaluation as determined by Pipeline and Hazardous Material Safety Administration ruleCFR 49, Part 192; Subpart N:Operator Qualifications(OQ).

Technical Skills Required

Must possess and maintain valid Florida driver's license and a driving record satisfactory to the District and its insurers.

Shows an understanding of and ability to perform maintenance, troubleshooting and repair duties on controls and equipment connected to, corrosion control systems, gas quality monitoring equipment, gas measurement equipment and controls facility communications equipment, pipeline facilities and comp ession facilities.

Proven capability to perform all work in compliance with District, local, state and federal standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements. Conducts right-of-way and pipeline protection activities including pipe location, excavation monitoring, and inspections resulting from one-call notifications and/or direct calls.

Ability to interpret maps, plans and blueprints to locate pipeline facilities.

Other Factors

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