Locater

Job Title

Responsible for accurately locating underground water and wastewater utility lines.

Examples of Duties

Assists in locating water and wastewater lines prior to excavation. Responds to complaints regarding water leaks, low water pressure, water quality issues, and / or no water. Responds to complaints regarding wastewater backups, stoppages, and / or overflows. Makes contact with residents and business owners in the area where water / wastewater services may be interrupted and provides an explanation as well as an estimated time frame when services may be restored. Assists with maintaining equipment and tools in proper working order, performing routine cleaning and maintenance as directed. Reports equipment and tool defects to the supervisor. Performs required labor involved in the construction and maintenance of water and wastewater lines as part of a crew, to include street maintenance, ditch digging, manhole and line cleaning, service, meter and pipe repairs. Reads water meters as needed. Cuts, fits, lays, repairs, taps, cleans, and flushes water and sewer mains. Installs fire hydrants and other appendages. Services water supply, sewer lift stations, and other related pumps. Operates a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment used in the water, sewer, and street department. Mows grass, trims hedges, and cuts weeds as needed. Picks up trash and litter as needed. May assist with repairs and installation of street signage as needed. Removes and replaces water meters. Serves as a member of various employee committees as needed. Responds to emergency after-hour call outs. Required to be on stand-by. Other duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience : Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Any equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Some knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction, and repair activities. Skill in operation of some of the listed tools and equipment. Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time; ability to work safely; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments, and the general public; ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Supplemental Information

Valid Oklahoma State Driver's License, or the ability to obtain, prior to date of hire. Level D Water and Wastewater State Certification, or the ability to obtain as required.