Position Title: Utilities Locator,Inter

Employee Classification: Utilities Locator,Inter

College/Division: Facilities and Services

Department: 500650-FS FACILITIES OPERATIONS AND UTIL

Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  $21.11 per hour / commensurate with qualifications.

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Non-Exempt

Summary:  Come join our Team!!

Classification Summary:
Locates underground electrical cables, communication wiring, fiber optics, conduits, duct banks, water, wastewater, natural gas and other utility infrastructure to prevent damage, injury or loss of life during excavations.

Classification Standard Duties:
Utilize site plans, area maps and blueprints to locate underground high-voltage electrical cables, water lines, sewer lines, steam lines, gas lines, telephone and other communication lines, as well as duct banks and electric/water/gas taps to buildings; Utilize site plans, area maps, blueprints, computer mapping database and other location information along with conduit-location equipment to locate conduits, update records using field findings; Indicate conduit locations and communicate other relevant information to excavation personnel or other appropriate authorities, attend coordination meetings at project sites to discuss and plan service outages; Maintain accurate records of work time and client identities to allow proper assignment of charge code. Transport location equipment and supplies to assigned sites, clean and maintain location equipment; Works with other utility technicians to ensure reliable, continuous production of utility services campus-wide. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:High School diploma or GED certificate.; Required Experience:Four (4) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency:Completion of a post-secondary degree or certificate in a related field may substitute for years of experience.; Required Certification/License: - Must obtain Accredited Utility Locator Certification within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of building analysis and program design; Knowledge of methods and techniques used to locate, plan and design utilities; Knowledge of surveying practices and procedures; Knowledge of Geographical Information Systems (GIS); state regulations pertaining to underground utilities.; SKILLS:Skill in the operation of survey and utility locating equipment; skill in the use of drafting tools and basic hand tools. Use of personal computers and related automation and utility software applications; ABILITIES:Extensive ability to draw, read blueprints and draft various illustrations; communicate orally, graphically and in writing; follow oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates; assign work and meet prescribed deadlines. Calibrate, test, and maintain a variety of electronic locate instruments. Read and interpret electrical, electronic, and mechanical schematics, Interpret electrical, electronic, and mechanical schematics, blueprints, and drawings. Ability to read, understand and follow, and enforce safety procedures.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for identifying and marking the locations of underground utilities to ensure the safety and efficiency of construction, excavation, and maintenance projects. Using Locating Equipment: Operate specialized tools, such as electromagnetic locators, ground-penetrating radar (GPR), or acoustic devices, to identify and locate underground utilities, including water, gas, electricity , and sewer lines. Once utilities are located, accurately mark their positions on the ground using color-coded paint, flags, or stakes, following industry standards for utility identification as put in place by NM811.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Requirements of the Position
Must obtain Accredited Utility Locator Certification within 6 months of hire.

Department Contact:  Andres Bencomo, 575-646-6821, abencom1@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Contingent upon funding

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip

Physical Effort: Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk: Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.