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UTILITY LOCATOR

Dorchester County
SC, SC, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 11/25/2025 CLOSED ON 12/17/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the UTILITY LOCATOR position at Dorchester County?

Applications will be reviewed weekly.

The purpose of this class is to perform semi-skilled activities related to utility locating. This class works independently and uses judgment to accurately locate water and wastewater lines.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Locates utility pathways for the Water and Sewer Department using electronic sensors to pinpoint the precise location of underground utilities; marks water and wastewater lines with paint and/or flags by use of utility maps, as-built drawings, geographic information system (GIS) information and various electronic locating equipment.
• Operates a personal computer as necessary to complete essential functions, to include KorWeb Software, location data, and e-mail; submits completed work orders via computer.
• Communicates with supervisor, other departments, co-workers, contractors, developers, engineers, utility companies, the public, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information and resolve problems.
• Reports damaged water and sewer services as they are found.
• Fixes broken or backed up sewer lines.
• Verifies field information and notifies supervisor regarding updates or corrections that need to be further investigated.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, complaints and requests for assistance from customers and the general public regarding areas of responsibility.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, methods, and procedures of underground utilities.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned.Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED.
Requires at least one (1) year of related work experience.
Special Qualifications:
Must possess a valid state driver's license.WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed part of the time working in an environment where errors on this job can lead to significant physical or mental consequences for self or others. 
 
Dorchester County has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
 
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position; typical work 40 hours per week Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but employees must be available during the “core” work hours of 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and must work 40 hour each week to maintain full-time status. Is subject to 24-hour on-call status as assigned; may be required to work during emergency conditions as assigned. Must be available to work holidays and weekends during emergencies. This is a safety sensitive position and employees holding this position have the responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others. This position is subject to random drug testing.


E.O.E.  Dorchester County does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability or military service in employment or the provision of services. 

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