Water and Wastewater Utility Locator and Inspector

Job Title: Water and Wastewater Utility Locator and Inspector

Salary range: $29.50 - $40.48 per hour

Location: Operations

Hours: Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Job Description:

Water and Wastewater Utility Locator and Inspector

Primary Job Responsibilities:

  • Accurately identify and mark underground water and sewer utility lines to prevent damage during excavation or construction projects.
  • Inspect ongoing construction projects to ensure compliance with District standards, safety policies, and relevant regulations.
  • Operate electronic locating equipment to trace and mark utility lines for contractors, citizens, and other District departments.
  • Conduct on-site inspections, including potholing and bore crossings, to verify the accuracy of utility locations.
  • Utilize GIS systems to update records and locate utility lines not included in existing mapping systems.
  • Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure proper procedures are followed during utility work.
  • Provide documentation, reports, and project updates as needed.
  • Perform customer service requests and coordinate with internal departments.
  • This position may be required to be on-call on a rotating basis with a 30-minute response time.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Possess a valid Colorado driver's license
  • 1-2 years of experience locating water and sewer utilities, with experience in water/wastewater utility inspections preferred
  • Experience using GIS/GPS mapping systems and electronic locating equipment
  • Familiarity with construction principles, techniques, and relevant codes for water and sewer lines
  • Ability to work in various outdoor conditions and navigate confined spaces.
  • Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid certification within six months of employment
  • Ability to obtain Colorado Water Distribution Class 1 and Wastewater Collections Class 1 certifications within six months of employment. Class 2 certifications are preferred

Attractive Benefits Package:

  • Employee and Family medical coverage (HDHP 100% premium paid plus HSA contributions)

OR Employee and Family medical coverage (PPO 80% premium paid)

  • 100% premium paid - Employee and family dental and vision coverage
  • Life Insurance, Dependent Life, Long Term and Short-Term Disability insurance
  • 401(a) Retirement pension after 90 days (5% employer match; fully vested after 12 mo. of contributions)
  • 457 Plan Before & After-Tax Options after 90 days (3% match of employee contribution; fully vested after 12 months of contributions)
  • 11 paid holidays (On-call duties may require work during holidays with pay)
  • 5 Additional Personal Holidays (after 6 months)
  • Paid Vacation and Sick (begin accrual upon start date)
  • Safety gear, including annual work boot allowance
  • Uniforms provided
  • Company vehicle for duty requirements
  • Career development, paid training, and professional certification costs
  • On-Call Duty Pay
    • a full calendar week (5-7 days) is compensated at 10 hours straight time pay/week.
    • a less than full calendar week (4 days or less) is compensated at 5 hours straight time pay/week.
  • Increase of 5% for each higher level of certification obtained.  An incentive of a .50 per hour raise is given for each additional license obtained.
  • Merit Increases of up to 7%.

Hiring Range

Rate of pay depends on knowledge, skills and abilities. Salary for this position ranges from $29.50 to $40.48 per hour (DOE).

Eligibility for a signing bonus

The successful candidate could be eligible for a hiring bonus of up to $5000. An initial $2500 payable upon the WWSD’s first regular payroll date following the start date and subject to all applicable tax reporting and withholding requirements. Once the successful candidate has completed the 90-day introductory period, they could be eligible for an additional $2500.

Successful candidates will complete pre-employment screening, which includes, but is not limited to a criminal background check, drug screen, and physical.

If you desire to work for a utility that recognizes and appreciates your contributions, apply by visiting our website at www.wwsdonline.com.  Full job descriptions are available to be viewed at the website. Submit a resume with the online application for consideration. Resumes without a completed online application will not be considered. 

Submit your documents to Carmen Slagle, Senior HR Generalist, at carmen@wwsdonline.com  or by fax to 719-390-1409. 

**If no date is displayed, applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis; however, this job posting may close at any time after a minimum of 5 days of being posted.

Widefield Water and Sanitation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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