Lead Parks Utility Locator

Company: Paul Derda Recreation Center
Location: Broomfield
Posted on: April 5, 2021

Job Description:

Description Benefits Supplemental Questions This full-time non-exempt position is typically scheduled 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Position includes excellent benefits; please see the Benefits tab for details. Salary Range: $26.80-$37.50/hour Hiring Range: $26.80-$32.15/hour The incumbent performs semi-skilled and skilled work in identifying and marking buried Parks water, reuse, irrigation and electrical infrastructures by referencing GIS maps, utility prints, and using specialized locating equipment. Primary responsibilities include performing a variety of technical tasks of routine to moderate difficulty related to the City and County's Park Services Operations and providing information and assistance to City and County staff and the public. The incumbent exemplifies the characteristics of a collaborative, innovative and resilient work culture and along with the leadership team, models the appropriate behavior to create and maintain a resilient work culture within the department. The incumbent provides holistic services to the public by seeking ways to integrate programs or services provided by other departments, divisions and agencies. The incumbent works in partnership with other employees, departments/divisions, agencies and the public in delivering effective and innovative services. Essential Required Tasks/Examples of Duties: (Persons hired in this position must be able to perform all the essential tasks required by the position. The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or peripheral duties that may be required. The City and County of Broomfield retains the right to modify or change the duties or essential tasks and additional functions of the job at any time. Examples of duties are not intended to be all-inclusive or restrictive.) Maintains confidentiality of information consistent with applicable federal, state and city/county rules and regulations. General Operates and maintains specialized equipment and tools used to locate underground parks utilities infrastructure. Reads, understands, and interprets utility maps, engineering design plans, prints, and GIS mapping to assist in identification of Broomfield owned underground parks assets. Prioritizes work activities by reviewing all locate requests to determine travel routes and timelines. Operates handheld detection equipment in the designed manner. Marks the location of underground utility assets on roadways, public and private property, and other ground surface locations as appropriate and needed using required spray paints, flags, or other marking devices. Maintains and updates records 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 identifies the location of each utility line. Updates staff of any discrepancies found in the field during locates in reference to updating the City and County of Broomfield GIS mapping. Completes all proper documentation for each utility locate ticket. Actively keeps current with new utility locating equipment, GIS and mapping systems, and GPS locating technology. Operates a computer, including a tablet, and a portable or handheld GPS unit. Performs semi-skilled and skilled maintenance duties in a lead worker capacity in all areas of the Park Services as needed. Maintains a variety of records relating to inventory, maintenance, construction, and inspections. Prepares requests for new equipment, materials, and supplies. Responds to complaints from the public regarding Park Services asset conditions. Ensures that problems are corrected in a timely and effective manner. The incumbent must be flexible to work in all types of terrain and weather conditions, able to succeed under stressful situations and conduct him or herself in a professional manner at all times. This class must also be motivated to work independently and demonstrate good time management skills to plan and accomplish assigned work loads as required. Operates construction and maintenance equipment used in the department (such as pick-up trucks, tractors, loaders, dump trucks, backhoe, jet truck, snow blowers, shovels, pick-ax, sledge hammers, and hand tools); performs preventive maintenance and routine repairs on equipment; assists in major maintenance and repairs to division equipment; and makes modifications to existing equipment for adaptation to department's needs as required. Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use. Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refer defects or needed repairs to appropriate division. Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards. Trains lower-level personnel in the operation of and preventive maintenance on equipment. Provides back-up coverage in the operation of Parks snow equipment during inclement weather. Duties require a full range of physical motion and activities including manual digging, pushing, pulling, lifting, twisting and turning the upper body, bending/stooping, kneeling, squatting/crouching, climbing in and out of confined spaces (stair/ladder negotiation), balancing, crawling, reaching for objects, turning wrist, walking, sitting and standing. The incumbent must also be alert to peripheral activities when operating equipment and, therefore, must have a full range of movement in the neck and shoulders. Administrative Duties: The incumbent is responsible for effectively managing his or her workload to achieve departmental goals. Assures that responsibilities are performed in compliance with federal and state regulations, Broomfield policies and procedures and the Broomfield Municipal Code. The incumbent may confer with employees, supervisory, and administrative personnel regarding departmental policies and procedures. Contributes to the preparation and review of departmental policies and procedures as necessary to maintain the effectiveness of departmental programs. Advises applicable administrators or departments of potential problems or concerns. Compiles, interprets, and prepares data for studies, reports and recommendations; coordinate departmental activities with other departments and agencies as needed. The incumbent assists in recommending and implementing modifications to systems, policies and procedures. May conduct studies, analyses, and research on a wide variety of topics. Assists in researching and analyzing legal requirements impacting departmental programs and services. The incumbent keeps operational records and makes required reports. Evaluates service costs and makes related recommendations. Identifies and recommends changes or improvements in departmental operations to ensure assigned functions are efficient and cost effective. Budget/Resource Management: The incumbent assists in the preparation of the department's annual budget. Assures that responsibilities are performed within budget and performs cost control activities such as monitoring expenditures to assure sound fiscal control. The incumbent is responsible for partnering with other staff members in planning, developing, and implementing the overall vision, mission, programs, processes and projects of the department. Works with the team to avoid duplication of service and to ensure that customer expectations are recognized and resolved thereby maximizing customer satisfaction. Assists in the development of short and long-range goals including annual efforts to advance the City and County's mission, goals, and objectives. Monitors the progress of projects so the goals may be obtained within the established timeframe. Prepares purchase orders and processes invoices as assigned. Public Relations/Communication: The incumbent meets and confers with customers to explain departmental plans, programs, functions, policies, and procedures. Assists departmental staff in preparing and coordinating reports as required. Answers letters of inquiry/complaints and talk with customers. Attends meetings, workshops, and conventions as necessary for the maintenance of effective services. Responds to requests for information and advises City and County departments on assigned programs. Maintains liaison with other departments. Provides verbal and written information to departments. Maintains the accuracy of any program materials posted on the Intranet/Internet. Miscellaneous Duties: May assist in other areas of Parks Services. Operates a personal computer including associated software programs. Operates a motor vehicle in traveling to and from work sites. Ensures facilities and equipment are maintained properly and coordinates maintenance and repair functions. Takes proper safety precautions, anticipates unsafe circumstances, and acts accordingly to prevent accidents. Uses all required safety equipment. Responsible for the safety of self, others, assets, equipment and facilities; responsible for knowing and complying with all City and County of Broomfield and department policies; adheres to attendance and workplace attire policies. Performs related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: Training - High school graduate or GED equivalent. Experience - A minimum of three years of experience in locating utilities or in the construction, maintenance and repair of irrigation water supply and electrical lines. OR Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides evidence that the applicant possesses the Necessary Applicant Traits. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 18 years of age. Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and safe driving record for continued employment. Applicants must, as a condition of employment, pass the following pre-offer and post-offer/hire processes: oral board, reference checks, driving record check through DMV, criminal background checks and sex-offender registry check, and a pre-placement physical examination. Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Travel by pickup/automobile is required to reach work sites. Work is generally scheduled Monday through Friday with some weekend and holiday work required. Position also involves on-call duty which requires working weekends on a rotating basis and working all hours during emergency repairs as needed. The noise level in the environment is moderate. The incumbent is exposed to the following environmental factors: work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; working in confined spaces; working in or near moving traffic; fumes, or airborne particles; electrical shock; infectious materials; toxic, or caustic chemicals; year-round outdoor weather conditions; and vibration. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is constantly required to sit, stand, push or pull, walk, bend, twist or turn, reach horizontally, forward reach, below waist reach; simple grasping, power grasping, finger manipulation, cervical flexion, cervical extension, cervical rotation, cervical side bend, hear, talk, smell, and use hands and/or feet to perform manual tasks such as digging; and the employee is frequently required to sit, negotiate stairs and ladders, kneel, squat, crawl, climb, be in quadruped position, reach overhead, wrist turning, and pinch. Physical demands are described as medium (exert up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects). Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus, color vision, and peripheral vision. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbent will be subject to random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident alcohol and substance abuse testing as required by law.

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