What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Locator position at Town of Queen Creek, AZ?
Description
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature and not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The specific tasks/duties may vary based on position assignment and as determined by the Town of Queen Creek.
JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Positions assigned to this class are responsible for performing technical work locating, identifying and marking underground utilities using blueprints and electronic equipment.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a fully qualified level utility locator classification in the utilities maintenance and operations job family where tasks and assignments are performed using a variety of procedures and techniques. This is the experienced/journey level that is fully competent in the technical/functional aspects of utility locating. Work usually involves the application of sound technical principles and best practices associated with planning, diagnosis, troubleshooting and problem solving. Incumbents perform varied assignments requiring journey level knowledge in locating utilities.
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the Town’s needs.
- Performs work orders related to locating and identifying water, sewer and cable utilities; determines what type of materials, paints, flags, spikes, or stake markers are required to complete marking; does research for maps and improvements.
- Completes work order data and blue stake sheets; prioritizes, verifies, collects data, ensures process is completed using standard operating procedures and determines what information needs to be distributed to other departments or entities.
- Operates and maintains a variety of hand and/or power tools, which includes GPS unit, wire line locator, metal detector; and/or other equipment.
- Performs mapping GIS and GPS updates and edits in collaboration with applicable internal department(s).
- Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment; reports any concerns in a timely manner.
- Participates in on-call program.
- Assists other utility crews (repair, meter, inspection) as needed.
- Performs related work as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (at job entry)
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or GED, 1 year of specialized training and experience, and 2 years of utility locating experience; or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience.
LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License;
- Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) Grade I Water Distribution Systems Operator Certification (or obtain within 6 months of hire date for water employees);
- Maintain all certifications/licenses required at job entry.
KNOWLEDGE
- Water lines, sewer, and electrical systems and the regulating standards;
- Utility locating requirements and standards, and operation of associated equipment;
- Arizona blue stake rules and regulations;
- Reading blueprints, as-builts, construction plans and maps;
- Basic knowledge of electricity;
- Standard office equipment including the computer and programs relevant to the performance of applicable duties and responsibilities;
- Water, sewer, irrigation, communication, electric and traffic signals construction;
- Occupational hazards and safe work practices.
SKILLS
- Operating hand and power tools, light equipment such as GPS unit, line locator and metal detector;
- Performing various levels of comprehension and mathematical skills;
- Reading and locating blueprints, reading maps;
- Understanding and operating measuring devices;
- Using computers and related software applications;
- Communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and other interested parties sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.
The following is a list of employment benefits offered by the Town of Queen Creek to full-time employees. The list is for informational purposes only. It does not create or connote any contractual rights or obligations. Additional details will be provided upon hire and are available in the Town of Queen Creek Employee Handbook.
Major Benefits for Full-Time Employees
(Employees choose the benefits that best meet their needs.)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Pre-tax unreimbursed medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Arizona State Retirement System membership
- Short-term and Long-term disability insurance for the employee
- Town-paid basic life insurance
- Optional employee-paid employee and dependent supplemental life insurance
- Commuter life insurance for business travel and travel to and from work
- Deferred compensation plan (457) with employer match
- Retirement Health Savings Account
- Optional enrollment in Identity Protection Program
- Paid holidays, plus one floating holiday annually
- Vacation leave hours annually
- Four weeks of Paid Parental Leave
- Optional income replacement insurance
- Worker's compensation insurance
- Employee assistance program; offers confidential individual/family, marriage, legal and financial counseling
- Training opportunities and continuing education opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for pre-approved programs
- Direct deposit of paychecks
- Wellness Programs with incentives
