Utilities Locator

h2About the Department/h2pdiv style="text-align: center;"undefinedimg src="https://secure.neogov.com/images/AgencyImages/jobposting/11068/jobpostings/image/20250911075333_Utilities Locator.png" style="width: 900px;" class="fr-fic fr-dii" data-uw-rm-alt-original="" data-uw-rm-alt="QU"/undefined/divbrbrJoin our Public Works team as a Utilities Locator! In this role, you’ll provide excellent strongcustomer service/strong while helping contractors, city staff, and the public by stronglocating and marking water, storm,nbsp;/strongandstrongnbsp;sewer utility lines/strong. You’ll use a combination of skilled and semi-skilled work to ensure construction projects are performed safely and efficiently. If you enjoy hands-on work and problem solving, this position is for you.nbsp;brbrstrongCity of Durango’s Trail to Excellence /strongbrThe City of Durango is a purpose-driven organization with over 400 employees across 15 departments, all working together to provide a wide range of services that keep our community running every day. From public safety and utilities to parks and recreation, our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality services that enhance the lives of all who live, work, and visit here.nbsp;brbrAt the city, we focus on continually improving how we work and serve the community. This effort is called the Trail to Excellence (T2E), and every employee plays a part in it. Whether you work outdoors, in an office, or lead a team, your daily efforts connect to the a href="https://www.durangoco.gov/1409/Mission-Vision-Values" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.durangoco.gov/1409/Mission-Vision-Values" aria-label="city’s mission - open in a new tab" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://www.durangoco.gov/1409/mission-vision-values$city’smission"city’s mission/a of providing excellent service and reaching the city’s vision of being a multigenerational community that is authentic, diverse, engaged, thriving, and environmentally responsible. The full details of this vision are outlined in the a href="https://www.durangoco.gov/1604/2024-Strategic-Plan" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-uw-rm-brl="PR" data-uw-original-href="https://www.durangoco.gov/1604/2024-Strategic-Plan" aria-label="city’s strategic plan - open in a new tab" data-uw-rm-ext-link="" uw-rm-external-link-id="https://www.durangoco.gov/1604/2024-strategic-plan$city’sstrategicplan"city’s strategic plan/a.brbrAs a member of our team, your work will be meaningful because:nbsp;ulli style="font-weight: bold;"strongYour ideas help shape citywide improvements.nbsp;/strong/lili style="font-weight: bold;"strongThe work you do ties directly into measurable goals.nbsp;/strong/lili style="font-weight: bold;"strongYou'll be part of a system that values collaboration, innovation, and results.nbsp;/strong/li/ulWe're looking for team members who share our core values of teamwork, dependability, professionalism, service, respect, innovation, and wellbeing — and who are excited to make a difference in the community we serve.nbsp;/ph2Position Duties/h2pundefinedstrongemWhat You’ll Do in This Role: nbsp;/em/strongbr/undefinedulliundefinedIdentify and mark utility service lines to help contractors prepare for construction.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedTrain staff on how to use utility location equipment and follow standard procedures.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedWork with other departments, divisions, and utilities to coordinate and prioritize tasks.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedHelp contractors and the City’s Capital Improvements Construction Management (CICM) division locate utility lines.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedCollaborate with the Geographic Information System (GIS) Division to maintain accurate utility maps by documenting and reporting discrepancies,/undefined/liliundefinedincorporating field discoveries, and ensuring new utility installations are reflected in the system.nbsp;br/undefined/li/ul/ph2Minimum Qualifications/h2pundefinedstrongemYou Have: nbsp;/em/strong/undefinedulliundefinedA high school diploma or GED equivalent.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedOne or more years of experience performing maintenance work./undefined/liliundefinedOne or more years of experience as a utility locator.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedAbility to obtain certification in Water Distribution and Wastewater Collection within one year of hire date.nbsp;br/undefined/li/ulundefinedstrongemYou Will Succeed in This Role If You:nbsp;/em/strongbr/undefinedulliundefinedBring knowledge of safety practices and construction methods, including water, wastewater, and utility systems.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedAre skilled in operating and maintaining utility locating equipment, vehicles, and basic computer systems for data entry and work management.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedCan perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, operate equipment safely, and work effectively in various weather conditions.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedCommunicate clearly, provide excellent customer service, and build effective working relationships.nbsp;br/undefined/li/ul/ph2Other Qualifications/h2pundefinedstrongemWhat We Can Offer You:nbsp;/em/strongbr/undefinedulliundefinedComprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedAmple personal time off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays. nbsp;/undefined/liliundefined401(a) retirement plan and optional deferred compensation plan. nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedBasic life insurance and accidental death amp; dismemberment (ADamp;D) coverage. nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedLong-term disability coverage.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedPaid Family and Medical Leave (FMLA).nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedAccess to Employee Assistance Program (EAP). nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedFree access to the Durango Community Recreation Center and Chapman Hill Ice Rink amp; Ski Area.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedHolistic Employee Wellness Program, addressing physical, mental, financial, and professional well-being.nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedFree transit pass and family member discounts. nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedReimbursement for job-related classes to foster continuous learning. nbsp;/undefined/liliundefinedSixteen hours of volunteer time off per year to support local non-profit organizations.nbsp;br/undefined/li/ulundefineda href="https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/durangoco/classspecs/1719177?keywords=utilities%20locatorpagetype=classSpecifications" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener" style="margin: 0px; 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