Water Utility Locator
About The Position
It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENT The Water Service Locate team identifies and marks City of Aurora’s infrastructure with accuracy of locate request in accordance with tier 1 requirements and state law. Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the drinking water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems, treatment of drinking water and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation, billing and collection, public outreach and water conservation, acquisition and development of future water rights, major capital projects programs, and quality control for regulatory compliance and public health.
Requirements
- An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
- Education: High School Diploma, or GED
- Experience: One-year related experience, or an equivalent combination of construction knowledge.
- Knowledge: Develop a general knowledge of state and local damage prevention regulations.
- Learn and apply safety measures relating to motor vehicle operation and other field related matters.
- Skills: Excellent communication skills with the public.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Completing dig ticket transmissions on time.
- Abilities: Successfully complete City of Aurora’s training program and pass applicable written and field tests.
- Self-motivated and able to work alone.
- Communicate effectively with fellow employees, supervisors/foremen, excavators, contractors, and customers.
- Possesses attention to detail.
- Possess a fundamental understanding of basic locating concepts and a basic understanding of the water distribution system.
- Read and interpret utility maps and utility records.
- Possess a fundamental understanding of the “one call” system rules and regulations.
- Read and interpret locate ticket request.
- Licenses and Certifications Required: Colorado Driver License and a good driving record
Nice To Haves
- One year of utility locate experience.
Responsibilities
- Use mobile tablet to receive, document and close out excavation notices, both during normal hours and after hours.
- Read and interpret utility maps/prints to identify the type and size of underground utilities.
- Effectively communicate with excavators, utility reps, and company personnel, regarding underground facilities.
- Operate different electronic detection equipment to locate and mark underground facilities within prescribed accuracy limits.
- Provide accurate documentation and/or sketches related to all locates completed.
- Receive and respond to excavation notices during normal and after hours in accordance with established time requirements.
- Operate company vehicle in a safe manner and maintain professional appearance.
- Perform work in all weather conditions, during normal and after hours.
- Employee responsible for city owned vehicle/equipment during and after normal work hours.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
- Diverse community
- Competitive total compensation package
- Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
- Light rail station minutes away
- On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
- Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
- Access to innovation workspaces
- Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community
- Growing city and employee population
- Competitive total compensation package
- Rich benefits package with low employee costs
- Generous paid leave program
- 100% funded Employee and Family Care Leave Program
- Retirement pension plan and 457b plans available
- Subsidized recreation center pass, on-site fitness centers and wellness programs
- Continued education and career advancement opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
