Utility Locator - City of Sandpoint, ID

Job Details

Salary: $18.80 - $27.79 Hourly

Location : City of Sandpoint, ID

Job Type: Full Time Regular

Job Number: 00298

Division: Public Works

Service Group: Public Works

Opening Date: 05/02/2024

JOB SUMMARY

Identifies, locates, marks, and records the location of City-owned subsurface utilities, storm drain, and fiber in order to minimize accidental damage or disruption of service due to construction excavation activities. Performs a variety of duties involving utility, storm drain, and fiber locates, associated office and field work and surveys. Researches records and files, and responds to inquiries from staff and the general public related to utility location. Reports to Utilities Supervisor.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

This list is ILLUSTRATIVE only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by the incumbent of this class. Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Collects, locates and records underground infrastructure, including water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer and fiber optics, for the City, private utilities, and contractors.
Reviews as-built records, plats and other related documents to determine utility installation location.
Drives to the location of work to perform locating; collects data; transports equipment and supplies; uses specialized systems and equipment to perform and record and marking operations; reviews maps; performs technical calculations; prioritizing work orders.
Prepares and maintains routine reports, records, field notes, and other documentation; and enters data into work order management or other recording systems.
Organizes and reviews daily workload; uses GIS to research and record results of work orders.
Reviews and comments on proposed development projects to ensure engineered plans are consistent with actual field conditions and conflicts are identified and resolved.
Responds to questions relating to locations of utility lines from contractors, outside utilities, and engineering firms.
Assists with GIS record management and AutoCAD documents and file/database management.
Collects and records updated data on the type and location of valves, hydrants, manholes, catch basins, and other appurtenances.
Uses a variety of techniques (electrical, magnetic, record drawing analysis,) to measure/record utilities.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

Methods, tools and equipment and standard practices for locating and marking underground utilities.
Principles of street, sewer, water and storm drainage design.
Laws governing locate requests.
Operation of computer systems and job-related software including mapping, CAD and ESRI (GIS) software.

Skill in:

Reading and interpreting maps, record drawings, and other engineering documents to locate underground utilities.
Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
Applying analytical thinking to solve problems and accomplish tasks.
Communicating clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Preparing clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.

Ability to:

Learn new concepts, understand their implications, anticipate and solve problems, and accurately utilize new information.
Work independently, take initiative to improve services, avoid problems and fill downtime with productive work.
Analyze system conditions to locate and resolve problems.
Implement and maintain record keeping system as it relates to maintenance records and other pertinent information required by the building and engineering divisions.
Follow written and oral instructions; prepare oral and written reports; prepare correspondence and other documentation.
Read and interpret complex construction plans, blueprints, designs, maps, diagrams, etc., and relate them to construction and inspection activities.
Operate a motor vehicle and standard office equipment.
Work safely and identify unsafe conditions or practices for others.
Deal courteously and effectively with the public in difficult situations.

Physical Demands:

Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions, communication with other employees and the public, and discern warning or emergency alarms, including vehicle backup warnings.
Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions and work orders, technical and operational documents, and record drawings.
Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate a variety of power and hand tools and to make adjustments to equipment; to use fingers, hands and arms to operate a personal computer; to enter, exit and operate a motor vehicle.
Sufficient body mobility, flexibility, stamina, and balance to perform operational and maintenance tasks which require climbing stairs, walking on slippery or uneven surfaces, stooping, pushing, pulling, climbing and working on ladders, working in enclosed and confined spaces; and balance, stoop and bend, twist, kneel, or crouch. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and walk up to 10 miles per day.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to travel to inspection sites and work in a variety of weather conditions; may be exposed to a variety of chemicals and working conditions related to building and site construction and is occasionally exposed to noisy and/or loud equipment, moving vehicles, heavy equipment, and power systems which may subject the employee to mechanical, electrical, and traffic hazards.

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily performed in the field with frequent exposure to outdoor temperatures, dirt and dust.
The incumbent's typical working conditions are moderately quiet with occasional exposure to excessive noise and mechanical, electrical or traffic hazards.
Duties may require some evening, weekend, holiday and/or on-call work.

***MUST RESIDE WITHIN 45 MINUTES OF THE CITY DUE TO ON-CALL RESPONSE TIME***
ACCEPTABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent; and
Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to two years' full-time employment in underground or utility construction-related work involving some responsibility for reading and interpreting project plans, blueprints, electronic quarter section and plat maps, or related materials, or two years' full-time employment using electronic locating devices.

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Driver's License
National Locator Certification preferred; not required
Obtain Idaho Water Distribution License within one year of hire
First Aid/CPR certification within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in cable/utility locating
Understanding of basic utility infrastructure and interpreting GIS data
Knowledge of various locating devices and uses
Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred; not required

INSURANCE BENEFITS

Eligibility: Regular employees are eligible to enroll in the insurance benefits outlined below. Regular employees are those who regularly work more than 20 hours per week on a non-seasonal basis. Coverage begins for new hires and their dependents on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, not to exceed 60 days.

Eligible Dependents: Spouse/Domestic Partner; natural child(ren), step-child(ren) who live with the employee, adopted child(ren), and any child(ren) for whom employee is legal guardian or for whom coverage is required by a Qualified Medical Support Order. Adult children under age 26 are also eligible.

Medical
Eligible employees may select from three health plans administered by Regence Blue Shield of Idaho - the Classic Plan, the Buy-Up Plan, and the HSA High Deductible Health Plan. The City pays the monthly premium in full for employees only, depending on the plan selected (Classic or HSA); employees choosing the Buy-Up Plan will be responsible for a portion of the monthly premium. The cost to add coverage for eligible dependents varies depending on the medical plan and coverage level selected and the number of hours the employee regularly works.

Dental
Dental insurance is offered through Delta Dental of Idaho. The City pays the monthly premium in full for employees only. The cost to add coverage for eligible dependents varies depending on the number of dependents covered and the number of hours the employee regularly works.

Long-Term Disability
The City provides eligible employees long-term disability income benefits that begin after 90 days of disability. The percentage of income replaced is equal to 60% of an employee's monthly pre-disability earnings to a maximum of $5,000 per month.

Life Insurance
Basic Term Life Insurance is provided for the employee with a policy benefit equal to the employee's annual base salary plus $2,000 to a maximum of $100,000. The policy also includes $1,000 benefit for spouse and $1,000 benefit for dependent children up to age 26. The City pays the monthly premium in full.

Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a referral and counseling service delivered by Reliant Behavioral Health. It provides a myriad of services to employees and their household members. Services include receiving confidential assistance for personal issues, such as: managing stress, depression, parenting, alcohol/drugs, grief, etc. Each household members is eligible to receive up to six counseling sessions per issue per year at no charge. There is also a benefit relating to financial or legal concerns in addition to work/life services and online tools.

VOLUNTARY INSURANCE BENEFITS

Vision
Vision insurance is offered on a voluntary basis through LifeMap and the VSP Preferred Provider Network. The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium for self and dependents.

Supplemental Life Insurance
Voluntary Term Life Insurance is optional and is provided through LifeMap, subject to application review and approval. Additional coverage up to $300,000 is available for employees and their dependents. The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium for self and dependents.

AFLAC
Supplemental insurance is optional and is provided by AFLAC to help pay benefits that major medical insurance does not cover. The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium for self and dependents.

Flexible Spending Account
The City offers two optional Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA. The Health Care FSA allows an employee to use pre-tax dollars to receive reimbursement for eligible medical, dental, and vision expenses. Dependent Care FSAs allow employees to contribute pre-tax dollars to qualified dependent care.

Continued Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Employees separating from City service have the option to continue medical, dental and/or vision insurance benefits in accordance with the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). The employee pays 100% of the monthly premium for self and dependents, in addition to a small monthly administrative fee.

RETIREMENT BENEFITS

Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho Base Plan
The Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI) is a defined benefit plan designed to provide pension benefits to career public employees. As a PERSI Base Plan General Member, an employee contributes 7.16% of his/her salary toward retirement; Police/Firefighter Members contribute 9.13% of salary. Contributions and earnings are tax deferred. Employees become vested (eligible for a lifetime monthly benefit at retirement age) after five years of service. The lifetime allowance an employee receives at retirement is not dependent on the amount of money contributed, but rather is determined by months of service and high average monthly salary.

PERSI Choice 401(k)
The PERSI Choice 401(k) is a defined contribution plan designed to supplement the PERSI Base Plan. As a PERSI Base Plan member, an employee may contribute a flat dollar amount or percentage of salary to this voluntary, tax-deferred retirement savings plan governed by Internal Revenue Code Section 401(k). The City does not offer matching contributions.

457(b) Deferred Compensation
The 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan is a tax-advantaged long-term investment savings plan designed to supplement an employee's pension. Enrollment in this City-sponsored governmental plan is voluntary. Unlike typical 401(k) or other pension plans, employees can withdraw 457(b) assets without penalty when they leave service or retire, regardless of their age. The City does not offer matching contributions.

PAID TIME OFF

Official Holidays
The City observes 11 official holidays as paid. An official holiday that falls on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding Friday. An official holiday that falls on a Sunday will be observed on the Monday immediately following. The day after Thanksgiving is included as an observed holiday.

Personal Time Off
Eligible employees accrue paid time off (PTO) on a semimonthly basis. The amount of PTO earned depends on the employee's length of service - from up to 21 days per year (7 hours per pay period) for a new employee to 33 days per year (11 hours per pay period) after 20 years of employment. Unused PTO hours carry over each year to a maximum of two times the annual accrual rate. The City also offers a buy-back program of up to 40 hours PTO per year, with certain restrictions, and all accrued PTO hours are paid out to the employee upon termination.

Other Leave Types
The City also provides several other paid and unpaid leaves, such as: bereavement leave, Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), maternity leave, emergency leave, jury duty, and military duty leave.

01

Please select the type of CDL you currently possess.

None
Class B
Class A

02

Are you 18 years of age or older?

03

Do you possess current First Aid/CPR certification?

04

Do you reside within 45 minutes from the City of Sandpoint?

Required Question

City of Sandpoint, ID

05/06/2024

Sandpoint,ID