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Gopher State One Call (GSOC) Utility Locator
•20 days ago
| Verified Pay | $29.90 - $33.94 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Hopkins, Minnesota |
About this job
WHO WE ARE
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:
A GSOC Utility Locator provides accurate, efficient surveying and locating services to various Council departments in the area of Preliminary Engineering Surveys, Construction and As-built Surveys; performs utility locates; process utility crossing permits; and represents the agency during utility coordination meetings with outside agencies and stakeholders to communicate the risks involved if a facility is damaged. The position may be required to assist in projects and shutdowns that may take place on night shifts and/or weekends as assigned. What you would do in this job
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
What you can expect from us:
Additional information
We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services.
We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail, and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk, or bike in the Twin Cities.
The METRO Green Line Extension (Southwest LRT or SWLRT) will serve downtown Minneapolis and the communities of St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Eden Prairie. The line will include 16 new stations and will be part of an integrated system of transitways, including connections to the METRO Blue Line, the Northstar Commuter Rail line, and many bus routes. At Target Field Station in Minneapolis, Green Line Extension trains will continue along the METRO Green Line, providing one-seat rides to the University of Minnesota, State Capitol area, and downtown St. Paul.
How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:
A GSOC Utility Locator provides accurate, efficient surveying and locating services to various Council departments in the area of Preliminary Engineering Surveys, Construction and As-built Surveys; performs utility locates; process utility crossing permits; and represents the agency during utility coordination meetings with outside agencies and stakeholders to communicate the risks involved if a facility is damaged. The position may be required to assist in projects and shutdowns that may take place on night shifts and/or weekends as assigned. What you would do in this job
- Processes permits by coordinating the review with Council staff, reviewing applications for adherence to Council requirements and securing approvals and signatures.
- Performs Gopher State One Call utility locates and follows up to ensure Council facilities are not impacted.
- Processes encroachment requests and draft agreements assessing impact to facility and issuing permits.
- Reads and interprets construction plans.
- Responsible for researching records and utilizing the best available data to determine utility locations.
- Uses and operates GPS, total station, or other survey data collection equipment.
- Uses and operates an electromagnetic locator or other technologies to locate and mark buried facilities.
- Monitors and prioritizes incoming utility locate requests. Organizes and schedules routes to excavation subject areas.
Any of the following combinations of experience (surveying or engineering technology) and completed education (surveying-engineering technology or a related field):
- High school diploma/GED with five (5) years of experience.
- Associates degree with three (3) years of experience.
- Bachelor's degree, or higher, and one (1) year of experience.
What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):
- Experience with Gopher State One Call process (access to website, review maps, add permission for users to access or view locate tickets).
- Experience using survey equipment to locate utilities.
- Experience with Trimble GPS/GIS Interface, geolocation, foot counter wheels, and survey marking materials (paint, flags, etc.).
- Experience using software such as GIS ArcMap, Auto Cad, Trimble Business Center and terrasync.
- Experience working and collaborating in diverse, multi-cultural and inclusive environments.
What knowledge, skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:
- Knowledge of surveying principals and practice
- Knowledge and ability to comply with local 811 processes and laws
- Knowledge and experience with Trimble GPS/GIS Interface, geolocation, foot counter wheels, and survey marking materials (paint, flags, etc.)
- Skill in MS Office - Word, Excel
- Skill in software such as GIS ArcMap, Auto Cad, Trimble Business Center and terrasync
- Ability to operate a multifrequency pipe and cable locator
- Ability to read plans and maps.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team setting
- Ability to make decisions, pay attention to detail and work quality
- Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, managers, other government agencies, contractors, and 811 staff
- Ability to understand and apply best practices relating to safety in the field (intersections, Right-of-Way)
What you can expect from us:
- We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
- We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training.
- We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a good work/life balance.
Additional information
Union/Grade: NRC /Grade E
FSLA Status: Non-Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No
Safety Sensitive: No
Work Environment: Work is performed in a standard office setting and in the field. This position has exposure to extreme weather conditions where there is no effective protection from the weather, loud noises, exposure to hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, and working near moving parts, atmospheric conditions, and vibration. Travel between primary worksite to other sites is required.
What steps the recruitment process involves:
1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We rate your education and experience.
3. We conduct a structured panel interview.
4. We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
What steps the recruitment process involves:
1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We rate your education and experience.
3. We conduct a structured panel interview.
4. We conduct a selection interview.
Once you have successfully completed the steps above, then:
If you are new to the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (safety sensitive positions only), and a background check which verifies education, employment, and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction, you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony, gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis, based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.
If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Council, you must pass a drug test (if moving from a non-safety sensitive position to a safety sensitive position) and criminal background check if the job you're applying for is safety sensitive, is a supervisory or management job, is in the Finance, Information Services, Audit, or Human Resources departments, or has access to financial records, files/databases, cash, vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.
IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information, you may be barred from job consideration.
The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.
If you have a disability that requires an accommodation during the selection process, please email .
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