Facilities Locator Tech I (FLEX)

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, locates, inspects and evaluates water and other facility lines in order to support District construction projects and services; and performs related duties as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Facilities Locator Technician I is the entry-level class in this series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of skilled, journey-level water utility facility location duties.  With experience, Facilities Locator Technicians are expected to operate efficiently with only general supervision.  Incumbents may advance to Facilities Locator Technician II after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency that meet the qualifications for the higher-class level, and when an authorized, budgeted vacancy exists.

Facilities Locator II is a more advanced, journey-level class in the series.  Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of assigned duties.  This class differs from Facilities Locator Technician I in that employees are expected to have an advanced working knowledge of the District’s entire distribution system as well as a firm grasp of District inspection procedures and policies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

Researches, locates and marks underground water utility lines using electronic instruments, maps, aperture cards and measuring devices; completes line location reports for review and approval by the supervisor; reviews record drawings pertaining to daily work assignments.

Assists in survey work to determine elevation of pipe and vault structures; verifies alignment and obtains measurements as pipeline is being installed; exchanges pertinent research data and information with contractors/developers to determine underground water facilities locations.

Inspects residential meter and small diameter water line installations.

Prepares daily reports and periodic progress reports on construction and installation work; maintains records and performs file research.

OTHER DUTIES

May assist in field inspections to monitor construction in progress for conformance to specifications, drawings and other District requirements; may document progress with tests, reports and photographs; may operate test equipment to assist in conducting concrete slump and soil compaction tests.

Confers with District staff, consulting engineers, contractors and developers regarding construction projects and assignments.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

Materials, practices and methods involved in the waterworks construction industry; materials, equipment and tools used in maintaining water mains, service lines, meters, meter boxes, hydrants and related facilities; construction and District safety requirements and procedures; practices and methods of the District’s water distribution system; materials, equipment, tools, techniques and principles of drafting, surveying, earthwork compaction and construction; applicable federal, state and local construction codes, rules and regulations; and familiarity with the Clark County geographic area.

Ability to:

Read, analyze, document, evaluate and make recommendations on water facilities measurement reports, atlas book, engineering drawings, sketches, diagrams, specifications, land plats, maps and other diagrams; inspect residential meter and small diameter meter line installations; accurately measure basic water facilities to check for deviations from standard requirements; use a variety of small hand tools and a two-way radio; communicate effectively both orally and in writing using clear and concise technical language; establish and maintain effective working relationships with administrative staff, engineers, public and private entities and the public.

Training and Experience:

The following are typical ways of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above:

Facilities Locator Technician I – Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent, supplemented by courses in plumbing, pipefitting or mechanics; and two years of experience in a public works construction trade in the installation, maintenance and repair of water mains or service lines, or in construction inspection; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

A Facilities Locator Technician I may be considered for advancement to Facilities Locator Technician II after demonstrating proficiency to perform the full range of duties of the latter class. Proficiency criteria and the process for demonstrating performance at the levels established in the criteria are established jointly by hiring authorities and the Director, Human Resources and are described in a separate document.

Typically, a Facilities Locator Technician I is expected to be capable of meeting the proficiency criteria within an 18-24 month period, depending on an individual’s prior experience and progression in performing the full range of Facilities Locator Technician II duties as described in the established performance criteria.

Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:

Facilities Locator Technician I and II: A valid Nevada driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the District Vehicle Insurance Policy.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to stand; walk; sit; talk or hear by telephone or in-person; use hands to finger, handle or feel; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl; and reach with hands or arms.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

Specific hearing abilities include the ability to hear signal warnings while operating and/or working around moving equipment, and the ability to differentiate operating equipment sounds.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use oral and written communication skills; read documents or instruments; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret data or information; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new information or skills; perform detailed work under changing deadlines; perform multiple, concurrent tasks with the possibility of interruptions; and interact with customers/citizens, some of which may be dissatisfied and/or abusive.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the essential duties of this class, the employee is regularly exposed to severe outdoor weather conditions; wet or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles; heavy vibration; loud or prolonged noise levels; and risk of electrical shock.  The employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts or equipment, near heavy traffic, and on uneven or slippery surfaces.

The noise level in the workplace is usually moderately quiet; however, the noise level in the field can be occasionally loud.