DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES
- Read and understand utility maps, construction drawings and aerial imagery to assist in identification of underground infrastructure.
- Read and Analyze blueprints to determine where construction projects will take place.
- Using magnetic, radar and electrical equipment to locate lines.
- Utilizing Global Position System (GPS), Geographical Information System (GIS) or surveying detection equipment to pinpoint coordinates of lines.
- Performing calculations to arrive at the depth of lines.
- Preparing diagrams and sketches that show the location of lines.
- Compiling gathered data and prepared images into reports.
- May inspecting areas following the completion of renovations or new construction to check utility lines.
- May participate or assist in planning or inspection meetings to present findings.
- Respond to telephone requests and gives information concerning the location of underground utility distribution lines.
- Review New Mexico One Call (NM811) tickets to verify if Bernalillo County has any infrastructure and mark all locations if infrastructure exists, then they mark clear from the system.
- Prioritize work activities by reviewing all locate request to determine travel route timelines plus emergency tickets.
- Periodically remove and replace manhole lids and pull box covers, weighting up to 200 pounds.
- Mark the locations with the appropriate color spray paint, flags or other equipment following safety procedures and laws.
- Assist the Traffic Signal Technicians when needed.
- Any one position may not include all the duties listed. However, the allocation of positions will be determined by the amount of time in performing the essential duties listed above.
- Perform other job-related duties as required or assigned.
*The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED and two (2) years of work experience in an Utility construction and/or electrical technology.
PREFERENCES
- A basic understanding of Geographical Information Systems (GIS) is preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
- Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
- Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
- Depending on assignment, some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and maintain while employed in this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Performs work both indoors and outdoors.
- Exposed to snow, wind, possible lightning, and extreme cold and heat.
- Work in extreme weather conditions is required.
- Exposed to intermittent noise and vibration factors.
- Exposed to exhaust fumes, dust, and mist.
- Work is conducted primarily during daylight hours.
- Work is performed on even or uneven terrain, while operating equipment and performing general labor work. Surfaces may be wet or dry, muddy, paved or dirt roads. Grease or oil may be found on working surfaces. Work may be performed on inclines.
- Work hazards include gas/electrical lines, vehicle traffic, and exposure of skin to gases and fumes.
- Works in all types of terrain and hazards which includes high speed traffic and all types of whether conditions.
- Drive extensively and get in-and-out of vehicle repeatedly and to continuously walk up to several miles per day.
- Required to be on standby and respond to all after hour emergency locates.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
- Employees are required to drive a vehicle during the day to include heavy equipment or towing a trailer with work equipment.
- Accurately and consistently wear the appropriate safety gear.
- GPS, GIS equipment, magnetic, radar and electronic equipment.
- Utility maps, construction drawings and aerial imagery.
- Employees use a wide variety of hand and power tools in the performance of duties.
- Equipment used by the employees includes ladder, scaffold, tape measure, hoisting equipment, toolbox.
- Supplies used by employees include electrical parts, plumbing parts, fasteners of all types, adhesives, paints, solvents, gasoline, diesel, oil, and cleaning materials.