Utility Location Technician I

Grade	Job Class	Work Comp	EEO Class/Code	Tier Status
B80-5a	Non-Supervisory	7580	3/Technician	1

This is a technical position with responsibility for locating and identifying underground utility lines within the County’s potable water and wastewater systems and facilities. This position requires familiarity with industry standards, policies, guidelines and procedures. Duties are performed under the direction of the Utility Development & Permitting Manager while directly reporting to the Utility Location Tech II and is subject to review through oral and written methods.

• Coordinates and fulfills utility locate requests received from the Florida Sunshine One-Call system.
• Locates and identifies underground utility lines within the County’s potable water and wastewater systems and facilities.
• Utilizes available utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, and G.I.S. information.
• Utilizes specialized pipe and electronic locating equipment.
• Utilizes stakes, flags, and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities.
• Verifies field information and notifies the designated County departments regarding updates and corrections.
• Updates County utility related records.
• Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved.
• Investigates and prepares detailed written documentation on excavations that result in damage to underground utilities.
• Assists in shut down of mains for repairs or connections.
• Provides support and backup to the distribution and collection system staff.
• The employer may add to or change duties at any time and as determined by the County and its leaders to best ensure that the public is served through the work of the Department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent; AND
• Two (2) years of experience in utility distribution, collections, and/or underground utility locating required; OR
• An equivalent combination of education and technical experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the position may qualify.

Licenses and/or Certifications

• Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain a valid Florida driver license upon offer of employment with a driving record acceptable to the County Driving Policy and insurance program.
• Possess a Level III Distribution System Operator (FDEP) or be able to obtain and maintain within twelve (12) months of hire as a condition of employment.
• Possess OSHA Confined Space Entry or be able to obtain and maintain within twelve (12) months of hire as a condition of employment.
• Possess FDOT Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control or be able to obtain and maintain within twelve (12) months of hire as a condition of employment.
• Possess Cross-Connection Control Inspector or be able to obtain and maintain within twelve (12) months of hire as a condition of employment.

• Knowledge of utility locating practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of the Florida Sunshine One-Call system.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, materials and equipment common to construction of water distribution facilities and/or transmission mains, and treatment facilities.
• Knowledge of principles, methods, materials and equipment common to construction of wastewater treatment and/or collection systems.
• Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment common in rehabilitation and/or retrofit of water and wastewater pumping equipment or facilities.
• Knowledge of applicable legal and administrative regulations relative to water and wastewater construction.
• Knowledge of basic principles of civil engineering as they relate to water and wastewater construction.
• Skilled in the use computers for data base management and word processing in order to maintain records, review and coordinate utility locate requests, and prepare correspondence.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. 
• Knowledge of project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work and maintain reliable full-time attendance.
• Ability to comprehend, speak, and read the English language.
• Ability to have and maintain good interpersonal and communication skills to deal with the public.
• Ability to complete assignments with minimal supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret utility maps and as-built civil engineering drawings.
• Ability to make detailed technical locates and to enforce regulations and contract compliance firmly, tactfully, impartially and in a professional manner.
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of complex blueprint plans and specifications applicable to water and wastewater treatment facilities and underground utility construction.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in written and verbal form.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions
Work is primarily performed outdoors and requires exposure to environmental changes (e.g., outdoor weather and/or field conditions, warehouses, garages, etc.) or irate customers, extreme noise, odors, heights and/or dust.

This position requires some exposure or risk to physical health and/or physical safety (e.g., exposure to environmentally hazardous material, heavy equipment, etc.).   This position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include completing and successfully passing medical evaluations or clearances.

This position requires stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, visual acuity (i.e. seeing up close, seeing far away, depth perception), kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, climbing, finger movement, repetitive motions.  This position may require frequent lifting and carrying of 25-50lbs, and occasionally up to 100lbs. 
 
Special Requirements

• Must be available to work varying schedules, overtime, and standby duty.

Work Location
Not Eligible for Remote Work - This position is assigned to a county worksite. Due to the non-portable nature of the essential functions of this position, this position is not eligible for telework.

Salary : $43,035 - $75,338