Utility Locator

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and prior to Covid provided more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

A GSOC Utility Locator provides accurate, efficient surveying and locating services to various Council departments in the area of Preliminary Engineering Surveys, Construction and As-built Surveys; performs utility locates; process utility crossing permits; and represents the agency during utility coordination meetings with outside agencies and stakeholders to communicate the risks involved if a facility is damaged. The position may be required to assist in projects and shutdowns that may take place on night shifts and/or weekends as assigned.

What you would do in this job:

• Processes permits by coordinating the review with Council staff, reviewing applications for adherence to Council requirements and securing approvals and signatures.
• Performs Gopher State One Call utility locates and follows up to ensure Council facilities are not impacted.
• Processes encroachment requests and draft agreements assessing impact to facility and issuing permits.
• Reads and interprets construction plans.
• Responsible for researching records and utilizing the best available data to determine utility locations.
• Uses and operates GPS, total station, or other survey data collection equipment.
• Uses and operates an electromagnetic locator or other technologies to locate and mark buried facilities.
• Monitors and prioritizes incoming utility locate requests. Organizes and schedules routes to excavation subject areas.
• Monitors quality of GIS data with the GIS team
• Other duties as assigned.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications):

Any of the following combinations of experience (surveying or engineering technology) and completed education (surveying-engineering technology or a related field):

• High school diploma/GED with five (5) years of experience.
• Associates degree with three (3) years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree, or higher, and one (1) year of experience.

License Requirement: Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

• Experience with Gopher State One Call process (access to website, review maps, add permission for users to access or view locate tickets).
• Experience using survey equipment to locate utilities.
• Experience with Trimble GPS/GIS Interface, geolocation, foot counter wheels, and survey marking materials (paint, flags, etc.).
• Experience using software such as GIS ArcMap, Auto Cad, Trimble Business Center and terrasync.
• Experience working and collaborating in diverse, multi-cultural and inclusive environments.

What you can expect from us:

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Hourly pay

Physical Setting:

• Office
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32 - $40