Traffic Utility Locator - City of Aurora : Job Details

JOB LOCATION15740 E 32nd Ave Aurora, Colorado 80011-1518City of Aurora, ColoradoIt is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of: Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, and Customer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply. Why Work for Aurora?Make a difference in the lives of real people every dayDiverse communityCompetitive total compensation packageWell-Funded General Employees Retirement PlanLight rail station minutes awayOn-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs Internal educational programs to assist with career advancementAccess to innovation workspacesPRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESThe Hiring Range for this position is: $21.27-$26.59/HourlyThe deadline to submit applications is Tuesday, December 3rd ,2024. Please note, The City of Aurora will conduct ongoing screenings of applications on a first come, first-serve basis; as soon as we determine to have a qualified pool of applicants, this position may close quickly and without notice.OVERVIEW OF POSITION / DEPARTMENTThe Traffic Utility Locator responds to Colorado 811 locate requests for the divisions of Traffic Engineering Operations. Individuals must be able to work independently, have computer skills to close out locate requests, and knowledge of utilities that are found at Traffic Signals.PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Locates a combination power, output feeds/cables, and communications conduit for traffic signals and street lights.Communicates verbally and in writing with customers and contractors.Maintains and updates records; reads and interprets maps and construction drawings to mark utility lines within accuracy requirements of State laws.Conducts field meetings with contractors or customers and other representatives from outside agencies and coordinates the location of utility lines.Creates charts and drawings displaying various utility lines using GIS and other computer software.Performs other related duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & WORKING CONDITIONSAn equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.Education: High School Diploma or GED.Experience: At least 3 years of related maintenance experience including reading and interpreting construction drawings.Experience with Pelican Software preferred.Knowledge:Knowledge of confined space entry proceduresPractice and techniques of assigned maintenance functions.Knowledge of various types of utility lines.Knowledge of GIS.Skills: Skill in the use of Microsoft Office, and competence in most common computer tasks.Basic drafting/drawing skills.Abilities: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, elected officials, and citizens.Handle sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.Ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time.Understand oral and written instructions.Read and interpret construction plans and mapping systems.Measuer, locate, and mark underground utility locations based on plan information and records.Communicate location information and resolve conflicts with field construction.Ability to work overtime..Ability to work on the weekends.WORKING CONDITIONS Essential Personnel: When a local announcement of emergency or disaster is declared by the city, all City of Aurora employees may be required to work as essential personnel.Physical Demands:Moderate physical work which requires the ability to lift and carry a maximum of 50 pounds with or without assistance.Considerable walking and standingFrequent pushing, pulling, and climbing.Considerable hand/eye and hand/foot coordination for operation of equipment and vehiclesSpeech communication to give instructions and provide technical direction.Vision to read manuals and use computers, record data, and monitor/observe instruments and gauges.Hearing/listening for instructions and warning signals.Work Environment:Works both indoors and outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions, noise, fumes, and chemicals.Work may be performed in confirmed spaces.Equipment Used:Frequently uses standard office equipment including computer, calculator, multi-line telephone, and copy/fax machine.Use of tablets in the field to complete location requests.Use of locator equipment to complete locate requests.This position may require the incumbent to use personal equipment (e.g. vehicle, cell phone, tools, etc.) in the course of their employment.For Veterans preference: Please show all of your employment history, including military service and related documentation (DD214) on the application. The City of Aurora is an equal opportunity employer. We are required by state and federal agencies to keep certain statistical records on applicants. It will not be used in any way to discriminate against you because of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, creed, national origin, disability or military status, gender identity, unless related to a bona fide occupational qualification as defined by the Colorado Civil Rights Commission and the Equal Opportunity Commission. Despite the changes in Colorado law, the City of Aurora maintains a drug-free workplace. A positive test of marijuana is grounds for disqualification and ineligibility for employment with the city for one year or termination once hired.Drug Testing, Thorough Criminal Background Check, and Employment References:As a condition of employment, all applicants selected for employment with the City of Aurora must undergo a thorough criminal background check and drug screening. Employment references will be conducted on finalists for City of Aurora vacancies.