Engineering Field Tech Locator

Engineering Field Tech Locator

Salary

$57,309.00 - $65,904.00 Annually

Location

City of Bloomington Utilities, IN

Job Type

Regular Full-Time (40hrs/week; with benefits)

Department

Utilities/Transmission & Distribution

Opening Date

07/02/2026

Closing Date

8/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

N/A

Typical Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday 7 am - 4 pm

Position Reports to:

Superintendent of T&D

Supervises Staff:

No

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Description

Serves as the Engineering Field Technician, performing reviews of sewer and water lines to identify leaks and other problems. Performs daily line locations and markings in response to Indiana Underground Requests.

Duties

This job description is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all job functions performed. The following are essential duties for this position, performed with or without reasonable accommodation:

Primary

Performs daily inspection of the gas detection calibration equipment; included tasks are changing gas cylinders, calibrating gas detectors, and troubleshooting calibration equipment at Utility locations.

Performs on-site inspections of new and existing sewer lines with sewer video inspection equipment, properly places equipment in manhole and video tapes condition of sewer lines, marks troubles spots on GIS map and submits report to Utilities Engineering and/or Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Department.

Performs sewer smoke tests as needed, which includes Public Service Announcements, Fire Department notification and coordination, and notices to the public on affected areas of work.

Regularly checks television truck and equipment to ensure proper mechanical functioning and performs maintenance and/or repairs to inspection equipment.

Receives and prioritizes daily line location and/or inspection requests for water and sewer mains, and schedules work accordingly.

Reports public health concerns to the proper authorities such as the Board of Health, Fire Department, Indiana Gas, and the Environmental Projects Coordinator.

Reports discrepancies to the G.I.S. Coordinator concerning the locations of water and sewer mains determined from field work relative to their location on G.I.S.

Reports field observations to the appropriate departments, conflicts of water and sewer mains with other underground utilities, initiates reports concerning underground utility placement and illegal water and sewer usage. Initiates work orders for problems that have been identified within sewer and water pipe. Periodically performs reviews of work orders to ensure satisfactory elimination of problems.

Performs on-site inspections of water and sewer lines concerning leaks and back-ups from citizen complaints/information and takes appropriate action. Performs periodic leak survey of the City of Bloomington water lines.

Maintains and updates records concerning gas detector history and service repairs. Maintains daily log of areas inspected and computer file. Maintains collection of video recordings of pipelines.

Secondary

Performs training sessions for CBU personnel on proper gas detection use and proper calibration techniques.

Ensures proper placement of warning, detour, and related signs during inspection operations.

Directs work crews for correcting problems within sewer lines, as needed.

Periodically performs duties of the Utilities Inspectors as needed.

Takes all reasonable steps to maintain a safe work environment.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

High school education or GED, plus up to 18 months of additional training, or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties of the position.

Experience equivalent to at least one year.

Knowledge of sewer and water construction, including materials, sizing, and normal problems that develop.

Knowledge of all aspects of confined space entry, including OSHA rules and regulations, fall protection, gas detection, ventilation techniques, Lower Explosive Limits (LEL), Upper Explosive Limits (UEL), short-term exposure limits (STEL) to toxic atmospheres, time weighted averages (TWA) to toxic atmospheres, alarm set points, hazardous atmospheres, and specific characteristics of gases.

Knowledge of and ability to use TV sewer inspections equipment, radio detection equipment, metal detectors, line locators, sewer flow monitors, smoke test equipment, and gas detectors.

Ability to trouble-shoot equipment and sewer and water lines for problems.

Ability to read and interpret detailed maps.

General knowledge of computer operations and programs, and familiarity with the operation of GIS computer systems.

Valid Indiana Drivers License.

Difficulty of Work and Personal Work Relationship

Difficulty of Work

Performs most duties outdoors and is exposed to a variety of weather conditions and environments including confined workspaces.

Periodically required to work at night for leak detection.

Personal Work Relationships

Frequent contact is maintained with T&D and Engineering personnel, and with the general public, for purposes of location requests, trouble reports, the use of smoke and leak detection equipment, and conveying information regarding leaks and other difficulties in sewer and water lines. Regularly deals with cleaning and repair crews to assist in locating problem areas and ensure the appropriate response has been taken to alleviate problems.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, La Egualdad De Oportunidades De Empleo Es La Ley. The City of Bloomington does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The City of Bloomington validates authorization to work using E-Verify, which provides the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's I-9 form to confirm work authorization.

We offer an excellent benefits package to regular full-time and part-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, and personal time off.

• Eligible employees receive 13 paid holidays per year. They may earn up to 4 weeks (160 hours) of Paid Time Off in their first year of employment and 5 weeks (200 hours) in their second calendar year of employment.
• The City contributes 100% of the 14.2% of a regular employees salary to their retirement fund through the Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS). Employees may contribute additional pre-taxed dollars to a 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan account to supplement their retirement earnings. The City will contribute double the amount of the employees 457 (b) contribution to a 401(a) account up to $30 per pay.
• Health, vision, and dental insurance premiums are subsidized by the City and are available on day one of employment to regular employees. Employees may elect the High Deductible Insurance plan with the City providing an HSA contribution and if the employee is a non-smoker or participating in the Tobacco Cessation program, the employee only plan is at no cost to the employee.
• Employees and their dependents (ages 3 and up) who are on the Citys health insurance may utilize the City Employee Health Clinic.
• Employee Tuition reimbursement plan.*
• Employees may receive over $2,400 per year in HSA contributions and wellness reimbursements, insurance discounts, and incentives.
• The City offers life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and long term disability insurance at no cost to employees. Employees may elect voluntary term life and short-term disability insurance.
• After 1 year of employment, six weeks of paid parental leave are available to eligible employees.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: The City of Bloomington is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans.*
• City Employees can participate in the Sustainable Commuter Incentive program for financial incentive.
• City Employees are able to ride the Bloomington Transit for free.
• Conditions and restrictions apply.

01

Tell us how you meet the minimum requirements of high school education or GED, plus up to 18 months of additional training, or equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties of the position.

02

Please describe how you meet the minimum qualification of at least one (1) year of experience in sewer and water construction, including your experience with sewer and water systems, pipe materials and sizing, identifying and resolving common problems with sewer and water lines, and troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining related equipment. If you do not have this experience, please type "N/A.

03

This position requires a valid Indiana drivers license as a condition of employment. Are you able to obtain and maintain a valid Indiana drivers license by your start date?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Bloomington, Indiana

Address 401 North Morton Street

Bloomington, Indiana, 47404

Phone 812-349-3404

Website https://bloomington.in.gov/