Working Title of Vacant Position Utilities Locator
Job Type Full Time
Posting Type Public
Number of Vacancies 1
Department PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division PUB UTIL TECHNICAL
Requisition Number 2025291
Number of hours worked per week 40+
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday; 7:00am – 3:30pm
Overtime as needed
On Call Rotation
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA.
Position Driving Requirement R - Routine
Pay Grade GE04
Pay Basis Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary
$37,823 – $50,116 (salary based on experience and qualifications).
Job Description
The City of Chesapeake Public Utilities is seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Utilities Locator to join our Damage Prevention Team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in locating and marking City utility systems accurately to prevent damage during excavation activities. Using a blend of records, measurements, and advanced locating tools, the Utilities Locator ensures compliance with the Damage Prevention Act and supports safe excavation practices.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
Working with the City of Chesapeake Public Utilities offers the opportunity to contribute to public safety and infrastructure protection in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you take pride in precision, ownership, and collaboration, this role offers meaningful work with real community impact.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
Vocational/Educational Requirement:
Requires high school diploma or GED.
Experience:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of six months of full-time equivalent experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards.
Special Requirements:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Job Open Date 06/11/2025
Job Close Date 06/25/2025
Open Continuous
Special Instructions to Applicants
Drug Screening: MARIJUANA
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly
Standing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Sitting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Walking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Carrying Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Pushing/Pulling Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Reaching Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Handling Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Kneeling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Crouching Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Crawling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Twisting Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Climbing Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Balancing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Foot Controls Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
General locating equipment, measuring devices, common hand tools, city vehicle, computer and smartphone
Protective Equipment Required
Safety shoes, hard hat, safety vest & pants
Mechanical Hazards D = Daily
Chemical Hazards N = Never
Electrical Hazards M = Several Times Per Month
Fire Hazards N = Never
Explosives N = Never
Communicable Diseases M = Several Times Per Month
Physical Danger or Abuse D = Daily
Other D = Daily
If Other, Description Working under traffic conditions, in construction sites
Dirt and Dust D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures D = Daily
Noise and Vibration D = Daily
Fumes and Odors D = Daily
Wetness/Humidity D = Daily
Darkness or Poor Lighting D = Daily
Primary Work Location Outdoors
Time Pressures Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Emergency Situations Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Other N = Never
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Yes.
Assisting in safety related and performance of work.
Minimum Requests 0
Maximum Requests 4
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