Underground Utilities Locator Trainee/I/II

Typical Qualifications: Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Trainee – Must have a standard high school diploma/GED; or vocational school; must begin work to obtain FDEP Water Distribution System Operator License, Level 3 and a Wastewater Collection System Operator License, Level "C" from FW&PCOA. Locator I – Must have a standard high school diploma/GED; or vocational school; must possess FDEP Water Distribution System Operator License, Level 3 and a Wastewater Collection System Operator License, Level "C" from FW&PCOA. Must have two (2) years of experience as an Underground Utilities Locater. Locator II - Must have a standard high school diploma/GED; or vocational school; must possess FDEP Water Distribution System Operator License Level 2 and a Wastewater Collection System Operator License, Level "B" from FW&PCOA. Must have five (5) years of experience as an Underground Utilities Locater. Supplemental Information KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITIONKnowledge of underground utility locating principles and practices. Knowledge of map reading principles. Knowledge of area streets and roads. Knowledge of field data collection methods. Skill in the use of a variety of utility locating equipment. Skill in the use of computers and job-related software programs. Skill in the preparation of reports. Skill in the provision of customer services. Skill in oral and written communication. SUPERVISORY CONTROLS The Underground Utilities Superintendent assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results. GUIDELINES Guidelines include city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application. COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORKThe work consists of related utility location duties. Inclement weather and field conditions contribute to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to locate underground utility lines. Successful performance results in the protection of underground lines and contributes to the efficiency and effective of a variety of construction and maintenance projects. CONTACTSContacts are typically with department personnel, contractors, plumbers, utility company personnel, property owners, and members of the general public. Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, and to provide services. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or walking. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity. The work is typically performed outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, and machinery with moving parts. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc. SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITYNone.**These are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Benefits: PTO Leave Leave begins accruing immediately. The schedule varies slighter for Fire Fighters. Years Of Service Completed Annual Leave Cap Available less than 5 years: 152 hours 5 to 9 years: 176 hours 10 to 14 years: 200 hours 15 to 19 years: 224 hours 20 + years: 248 hours PTO begins accruing immediately. At the end of the year, any unused annual leave will roll over to the next year. Time will be accrued bi-weekly and shown on each paycheck. RETIREMENT: General employees are fully vested after 10 years of employment. Employees can become partially vested at five (5) years of service. Partial vesting at five (5) years is 50%, six (6) years 60%, seven (7) years 70%, eight (8) years 80%, and nine (9) years 90%. General Employees are eligible for normal retirement upon the earlier of reaching age 55 and the completion of 10 years of credited service or reaching age 50 and the completion of 20 years of credited service. The amount of normal retirement benefit is based on your credited service and average final compensation. See General Employees' Pension Plan Summary for more details. HOLIDAYS: Employees receive 14 holidays per year. The holidays are: New Year's Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents' Day Memorial Day Juneteenth July 4th Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday After Thanksgiving Christmas Eve Christmas Day New Year's Eve Employee's Birthday INSURANCE:* Florida Blue Health, Humana Dental & Securian Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D Insurance premiums are paid in full by the City for the Employee. Florida Blue Tiered Family Coverage available but paid by Employee via paycheck. (Blue Option LG Plan 03559 Spouse only $621/month; Child/Children $531/month; and Family $1,188/month) (Blue Option LG Plan HDHP Spouse only $280/month; Child/Children $244/month; and Family $535/month). Spouse Dental Coverage only $34.85/month; Child/Children $49.31/month; Family Dental Coverage $87.48/month. Vision Coverage available: Employee only: $5.24/month; Spouse only $10.50/month; Child/Children $9.97/month; and Family $15.67/month). Both are covered by Humana. The City also offers a suite of Allstate Worksite products available for purchase.

Note: Insurance coverage takes effect on the 1st of the month following your hire date. *Rough estimates are not necessarily exact. https://www.floridablue.com/members/tools-resources/transparency 457 Plan Empower Retirement: Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plan – See Human Resources for more details.