Job Description
The primary objective of this position is to perform the prompt and accurate locating of city utilities; collect utility infrastructure features with GPS equipment; perform work using the city’s geographic information system (GIS) and perform semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance and updating of utility equipment and appurtenances. Perform technical duties specific to Utility related functions to ensure databases are up to date and accurate.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Receives and responds to locate requests from the Gopher State One Call System
- Reviews departmental records and locates and marks underground utilities
- Collects utility location data for the city’s GIS/ESRI-CityWorks computerized work management system
- Update ArcGIS when the physical location of attributes in the field are incorrectly reflected in city records
- Proficiently performs locating and mapping tasks using field-related software; including the downloading of gathered data into a separate database
- Responds efficiently to external entities & vendors to meet city-defined objectives
- Performs record keeping and documentation related tasks
- Assists and collaborates with GIS personnel and other divisions within the Public Works Department
- Operates Class A commercial motor vehicles
Performs other duties consistent with the responsibilities of the position as apparent or assigned: such as seasonal snowplowing in a City owned Commercial vehicle.
Qualifications
Minimum Education, Certifications and Experience:
- To communicate effectively verbally, writing and by way of using electronic devices
- High school graduate, GED or equivalent
- Proficient in the use of computers & electronic devices; Tablets/ipads, smartphones, 2-way radios
- Possess or able to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s permit (CDL) within 30 days of hire
- Possess or able to obtain a valid Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within (12) twelve months of hire
- Possess or obtain a Class D or S-D Wastewater Operator Certificate within 18 months of start date
- Possess or obtain a Class D Water Supply System Operator Certificate within 18 months of start date
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- To communicate effectively verbally, writing and by way of using electronic devices
- Experience using Microsoft Office products; WORD, Excel, Power Point
- Ability to learn and use GPS technology to locate and mark underground utilities ie: sewer, water, gas, electric, communications/fiber optics
- Read and understand maps, drawings, as-built plans and written records in order to accurately locate underground attributes (including fiber optic lines) and appurtenances.
- Ability to learn and become proficient using web-based or software related mapping systems
- Ability to learn and become proficient with technology such as; remote GIS/GPS data collection equipment and software using an ipad or tablet device with minimal formal education/training.
Preferred Qualifications (desired but not expected to have to enter job)
Desired Education and Experience
- One-year experience with the construction and maintenance of water/sewer utilities
- One-year of municipal water and sewer experience
- Two-year’s experience with the operation of utility locating equipment
- Experience plowing snow
- One-year water and sewer utility experience using GIS data collection equipment in the field of geographic, cartography
Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to use web or desktop based GIS mapping systems
- Knowledge or experience in the field of geography, cartography, land surveying
- Skilled in “CityWorks”, or related software
- Currently possess a valid Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
- Possess a Arc/GIS related certificate or advanced degree
Diversity Equity and Inclusion Competencies
- To foster effective working relationships and appreciate the differences of fellow co-workers.
- To work collaboratively with others, promoting employee talents, skills and ideas.
- Reserves judgement; holds criticism and comments to listen for different views and perspectives before drawing conclusions.
Additional Information
Exceptional services provided by exceptional people. We promote a supportive work environment that encourages excellence, accountability, customer focus and teamwork where employees are appreciated, respected and valued through our commitment to the employee-developed shared values:
- Adaptable Learning & Innovation
- Authentic Communication
- Healthy Human Relationships
- Contagious Enthusiasm
- Outcome Focused Teamwork
- Shared Success
Compensation - This is a non-exempt, union position with the following hourly pay range:
- Step 1 - $31.12
- Step 2 - $32.95
- Step 3 - $34.81
- Step 4 - $36.65
- SBP - Eligible to qualify for Skills Based Pay of $1.20 per hour additional after 30 months.
**Yearly cost of living adjustment (COLA) and market adjustments may be in addition to the above listed salary step increases. Step increases may occur after six months, eighteen months, and thirty months from date of hire.
***This position may also be eligible for a yearly departmental MERIT payment of 1.5% after one year of hire per the Local 49 labor agreement.