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Performs difficult semiskilled work in locating and marking the underground utilities owned and operated by City of New Bern; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Precise locating, marking, and identifying of underground utilities owned by the City of New Bern. (The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.) Receive NC811 tickets and conduct locates to in compliance with the NC811 standards. Identify and mark underground utility infrastructure with paint and/or flags by use of "as built" drawings, GIS information and various electronic locating equipment. Complete, record, and process locate tickets within the NC811 system. Operation and maintenance of locating equipment. Verifies field information and notifies supervisor regarding updates or corrections that need to be further investigated. Communicates with City staff and excavation contractors in completing locate services. Maintains knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, methods, and procedures of underground utilities. Maintains on-call status during hurricanes, ice storms and other emergencies as required. Performs related tasks as required. General knowledge of water, wastewater, electric, and fiber systems; some knowledge utility locating equipment and NC811 standards; ability to read technical language, construction drawings and maps; ability to understand and follow work orders and prepare simple reports; ability to operate trucks and utility locating equipment; ability to perform manual tasks for extended periods, often under unfavorable conditions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Education and Experience:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and some experience with water, wastewater, electric and/or fiber infrastructure.

Special Requirements:

Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. The City of New Bern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.