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Utility Line Locator/Inspector - EXAM

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Utility Line Locator/Inspector - EXAM

Salary

$26.87 - $33.81 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

25-4055-C1

Department

60 Department of Public Utilities

Division

Office of the Public Utilities Director

Opening Date

03/21/2025

Closing Date

5/8/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

Under general supervision, is responsible for locating underground utility lines and/or inspecting traffic control devices; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

+ Determines location of underground utility lines using various line locator equipment, maps and atlases andmarks same in the field;

+ Identifies locations of underground leaks or spills using pipeline locator equipment, maps, and atlases;

+ Identifies locations of damaged or structurally compromised lines or facilities and immediately reports same to supervisor;

+ Operates a laptop computer for reading prints, mapping, and completing work orders and other related documentation;

+ Excavates valve boxes to assist locating main utility line valves;

+ Makes drawings, sketches, and takes photographs of utility line locations;

+ Completes records on work completion;

+ Drives to general area of utility lines;

+ Lays out traffic cones and or other devices in order to divert traffic;

+ May oversee and train others in locating utility lines;

+ May inform consumers of utility line responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Two (2) years of experience locating, installing, and/or inspecting utility lines, traffic control devices, or working as a Maintenance Apprentice (Electrical).

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Test/Job Contact Information

COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION ANNOUNCEMENT: The names of the applicants passing this administration of this exam will beMERGED, according to score, with the names of applicants on the current eligible list. If you are interested in having your name included on the eligible list, you will need to apply for this exam within the filing period and successfully complete all phases of the testing process. Questions regarding this process can be directed to the Test Center at 614-645-7439.

The examination process will consist of a computerized exam weighted 100% covering Reading Comprehension, Problem Sensitivity, Logic and Reasoning, Information Ordering, Map Reading, Reading Tickets, Plans, and Atlases, Utility Line Location and General Work Practices, and 2016/2019 Word and Outlook.

Approved applicants will be notified by mail/email of their scheduled test date and time.

All applicants must complete all phases of the testing process in order to receive a final score. The names of all candidates who pass this examination will remain on the eligible list for two years, unless the eligible list is replaced prior to or extended beyond the two years. If a candidate's name is certified and the candidate is to be considered for employment, the hiring process will include one or more interviews, a criminal background check, and a pre-employment drug test.

The certification process will be: Fixed Band

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website at https://www.columbus.gov/Services/Public-Utilities.

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

+ Medical

+ Dental

+ Vision

+ Short-term Disability

+ Life Insurance

+ Wellness Program

+ Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

+ Yes

+ No

02

Do you have two years of experience locating, installing, and/or inspecting utility lines?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Do you have two years of experience locating, installing, and/or inspecting traffic control devices?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Do you have two years of experience working as a Maintenance Apprentice (Electrical)?

+ Yes

+ No

05

Did you include all of your relevant work experience and job duties that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications for the job? If no, return to the "Work" section of this application and add relevant work experience and job duties. Note: A resume' attachment does not substitute for including the relevant information in the "Work" section of this application.

+ o Yes, I listed every job and job duty in the "Work" section of this application that demonstrates that I meet the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

+ o No, I do not meet all of the minimum experience qualifications for the job.

Required Question

Employer

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission

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