What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Location Specialist I position at City of Hendersonville?
Job Description
Responsible for performing responsible technical work to locate and provide location data for water and sewer lines and related appurtenances requested by other contractors through the North Carolina 811, Inc. network.
An employee in this class locates water and sewer lines for contractors, developers, or other utility companies and marks them to prevent construction damage. Work is usually performed alone and requires independent initiative and the ability to meet deadlines. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Utility Systems Supervisor and is evaluated by visual inspection of work, periodic meetings, compliance with safety procedures, and overall quantity and quality of work performed.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Operates locator devices to locate underground utilities, including water and sewer lines; marks lines with paint wand or other markings.
- Receives and prioritizes location work orders from NC 811; and drives City provided vehicle to location sites maximizing efficiency of time.
- Utilizes cell phone, computer or tablet to receive work orders and locator requests.
- Services valves, fire hydrants and meters; and clears vegetation and debris from around flush hydrants and fire hydrants.
- Meets with contractors, homeowners and others to determine utility locations, explain process, etc.; and digs to find water and sewer utilities.
- Performs other related job duties as assigned.
- Reports all issues discovered while locating to his or her supervisor for corrective action.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience :
High school diploma or equivalency; and two (2) years of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Qualifications :
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Work in this classification is defined as light work requiring the physical exertion of in excess of 20 pounds of force occasionally, and / or in excess of 10 pounds of frequently, and / or a negligible amount of force to move objects. Physical requirements includes stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling talking, and hearing. Employee must have the visual acuity to visually inspect small defects or parts, operation or inspection of machines and earth moving equipment, use measurement devices, and to determine the neatness and accuracy of work assigned. Employee must have the stamina to work for extended periods some of which in emergency situations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is primarily performed in outside environmental conditions, including extreme heat and cold with snow and ice. Employee is subject to noise which may cause the employee to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Employee is subject to workplace hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts or exposure to chemicals, oils, fuels, and potential for blood borne pathogens in raw untreated sewage. Employee is subject to atmospheric conditions due to exposure to fumes, odors, dusts and oils. May work in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, manholes, small areas of water lines, and other areas which could cause claustrophobia.
About Us
The City of Hendersonville is located in Henderson County, North Carolina. Hendersonville consisting of six square miles and multiple historic districts, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and sits between the Great Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountains, 22 miles south of Asheville, NC. With an altitude of 2200 feet above sea level, the region provides wonderful year-round recreational opportunities. The City is home to over 14,000 residents and operates under a Council- Manager form of government. A thriving Hendersonville Historic Downtown district, and member of the NC Main Street Program, Hendersonville is host to a variety of businesses, festivals and activities throughout the year. This beautiful mountain community strives to maintain its quality of life for year-round residents as well as the seasonal influx of tourists in Fall and Summer.
About the Team
The mission of the Water and Sewer department is to operate a great utility for our customers : inside customers, outside customers, municipal customers, wholesale customers, industrial customers, etc
