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Job Description
Summary:
A District Utility Locator will support the District's Utility Locate Program by identifying, locating, and marking District-owned underground utilities to promote safe excavation practices and help prevent damage to critical infrastructure and service interruptions. Underground utilities include irrigation systems, water and wastewater infrastructure, stormwater systems, street lighting, communications infrastructure, fiber optic lines, and other utility assets maintained by the District. Works closely with contractors, utility companies, and District staff to ensure underground facilities are accurately located and marked in accordance with industry standards and applicable regulations.
Essential Function :
Accurately maintain and update records. Read and interpret maps and construction drawings to accurately mark utility lines. Create charts and drawings to display various utility lines using GIS or other specialized computer software. Submit map updates as necessary. Complete marks and locate requests to facilitate safe excavation during construction activities. Respond to customer complaints. Interact with contractors, coworkers, the public, and other outside agencies to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to coordinate the location of utility lines. Effectively communicate with customers and contractors. Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations. Attend guided training online or with team members to advance skill level with locate techniques and best practices. Complete onsite compliance reviews. Complete locate requests to facilitate safe excavation. Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED). One year of full-time, professional experience in locating, maintenance or a related field.
Valid Driver's License Preferred Qualifications:
Basic mapping skills.
Required Skills and Abilities:
Foster a positive, friendly, and rewarding team environment. Handle multiple tasks and emergencies simultaneously while maintaining a professional demeanor. Possess the ability to understand and act appropriately when provided with brief oral and/or written instructions about complex matters. Safely operates assigned equipment and vehicle. Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, walk on even and uneven surfaces, climb stairs. Must be able to see, talk and hear effectively. Exerting 50 -100 lbs. occasionally; 10-25 lbs. frequently; or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
Work Environment:
Primary work is performed outdoors in varying weather conditions. Occasional exposure to extreme temperatures, wet or humid conditions, and airborne irritants such as dust or pollen. Frequent exposure to noise, vibration, moving equipment, tragic, excavation sites, and other physical or mechanical hazards associated with utility locating. May work in close proximity to underground and above ground utility infrastructure, requiring awareness of electrical and mechanical hazards. Equal Opportunity Meridian Service Metropolitan District is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply and join our team. Applications will be accepted through Friday, July 10, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Pay:
$24.02 - $28.84 per hour
Benefits:
Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan
