Fayetteville Public Works Commission

UTILITY LOCATOR

LocationNorth Carolina, NC
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$47,840-$62,400

About This Job


Summary of Responsibilities:

The Public Works Commission (PWC) is seeking a skilled Utility Locator Specialist to identify and locate underground and overhead electrical, water, and sewer lines in accordance with the North Carolina Underground Damage Prevention Act. Key responsibilities include:

Conducting on-site meetings with contractors, surveyors, and engineers to identify and locate utility facilities for survey design or excavation purposes.
Working with subsurface and aerial wires, cables, transformers, and related items energized at voltages between 120 V RMS AC and 24,940 V RMS AC.
Locating various pipes and appurtenances of differing size, material, and depth.
Receiving electronic notifications and visiting sites of existing or proposed survey, excavation, or aerial construction activities.
Using diagrammatic system maps, GIS/GPS, and specialized locating devices to surface mark utility locations.
Assisting in identifying trouble locations during electric power or water outages.
Driving and operating vehicles for work assignments.
Operating independently in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Extended hours, frequent on-call/call-back, and emergency standby duties required, including nights, weekends, and holidays, often during inclement weather.


Equipment Operated:

Laptop computer, tablet, GPS, ground penetrating radar, electronic pipe/cable locators, metal locators, depth recorders, hand tools, communication devices, and other equipment/vehicles as required.


Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to locate underground/overhead lines to specifications required by NC Statutes within three days of initial notification via NC 811 One Call, Inc.
Good knowledge of the proper operation and care of equipment used in locating utility facilities.
Good knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and procedures related to energized utility systems and construction sites.
Ability to read and interpret maps and drawings.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with customers, the general public, and all levels of employees and contractors.
High degree of accuracy to prevent damage to PWC utilities and minimize risks and liability.


Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent, plus 4 years of working knowledge of electrical and/or water utility operations preferred.


Special Requirements:

Must possess and maintain a valid NC driver’s license.
Demonstrated training and exposure sufficient to work around energized medium voltage equipment pursuant to OSHA 1910.269.
Good mechanical and mathematical aptitude, map reading ability, and ability to work independently.


Physical Requirements:

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position.
Must be able to work under adverse weather conditions, walk long distances over uneven terrain, stoop and bend for long periods, stand for long periods, drive long distances, lift up to 60 lbs., dig holes, and effectively deal with animals, insects, and overgrown vegetation.


Safety Hazards:

Exposure to energized lines/current, heights, construction site work, vehicular traffic, inclement weather, and other hazards associated with electric and water utilities work.


Protective Equipment:

As required by the Public Works Commission’s Safety Manual.

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for utility location and safety, we encourage you to apply and join our team at PWC.


EMPLOYER’S RIGHTS:

This job description is general and illustrative of the kind of duties required of this position. It is not exhaustive and does not contain a detailed description of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent occupying this position.


Grade 406 $23.29 - $30.68

Apply Now to make a difference in our community!


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