Utilities Locator/ Inspector (Career Path)
Salary
$47,507.20 - $87,214.40 Annually
Location
East Water Treatment Facility, 1620 South Seacrest Boulevard, Boynton Beach, FL
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2026-1030
Department
Utilities
Division
Utilities Engineering
Opening Date
10/30/2026
Closing Date
11/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Purpose of Classification
Utilities Locator - $22.84 - $34.26:
The purpose of this classification is to perform a variety of field underground utility locations services and tasks within the Utilities department. Employees in this classification are eligible for noncompetitive career ladder promotion to Utilities Locator/Trainee Inspector and Utilities Inspector after meeting the established career ladder requirements.
Utilities Locator/Inspector Trainee - $24.54 - $36.82:
The purpose of this classification is to perform a variety of complex field services tasks within the Utilities department including full lead responsibility in underground utilities locations. Employees in this classification are eligible for career path progression to the Utilities Inspector after meeting the established requirements.
Utilities Inspector - $27.95 - $41.93:
The purpose of this classification is to coordinate and monitor field-related construction activities for Utilities department, development projects, and/or capital improvement projects. Inspects underground utility construction/installation projects performed by outside contractors to ensure compliance with City standards and approved construction plans.
Essential Functions
Utilities Locator:
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Works diligently while maintaining safety and quality in all aspects of job performance.
Identifies underground utilities and marks in the field by paint markings and flags.
Maintains safety and quality in all aspects of job performance.
Identifies underground utilities and marks in the field by paint markings and flags.
Digs around utilities to locate service lines.
Operates a variety of equipment, machinery, vehicles, and tools used in department projects and activities.
Assists with GIS system updates and verification.
Researches as-built drawings in Laserfiche and hard copy; reads drawings, blueprints, and surveys to identify the location of utility lines and mains.
Operates equipment.
Completes various forms, work orders, reports, correspondence, daily worksheets, or other documents.
Completes customer survey requests and marks surveys and drawings.
Successfully completes project assignments.
Utilizes ArcGIS and any other work order maintenance management software to conduct work.
May keep records and submit reports.
Assists all levels of staff with field issues and training.
Assists higher level staff and learns Utilities Locator/Trainee Inspectors assignments.
Becomes familiar with administrative forms and reporting requirements.
Performs on-call utility locations services.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
The following essential functions are performed as assigned within the Utilities department.
LOCATIONS
TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND SOFTWARE
Employees in this classification use a variety of tools to complete tasks in their area of assignment. Employees may use or assist with the following equipment and/or computer software, depending on area of assignment:
Computer Software
Utilities Locator/Inspector Trainee:
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Incumbents perform all Utilities Locator functions plus the following:
Provides on-site training to new employees as needed; demonstrates proper work methods and procedures; provides an orientation to the work area, the location of supplies, departmental policies, and to the technical aspects of the work functions.
Provides on-site guidance, direction and/or technical assistance to lower level Utilities Locators concerning job completion in the assigned area. Coordinates and oversees work activities for both routine and more complex tasks, or components of larger tasks within assigned area; organizes, prioritizes, assigns, and oversees the work of lower level Utilities Locators; monitors the status of work in progress; inspects completed work; and provides input into performance evaluations as required.
Oversees proper and safe use of equipment during performance of tasks; ensures that proper precautions are taken to avoid or minimize injury to employees, or damage to property and equipment; monitors and redirects employees as needed when improper or unsafe practices are observed.
Defers to Utilities Inspectors, Engineers, and/or Engineering Division Manager for work decisions requiring a higher level of authority.
Monitors and maintains supplies, materials, and equipment used by the crew to perform tasks; ensures workers have adequate materials to complete tasks; requests supplies and parts through the area supervisor to replenish stock.
Monitors the availability and use of personal protective equipment to ensure the safety of all field employees while working on projects.
Assists the Environmental Inspector on assigned tasks.
Trains with Associate Utilities Inspector and Utilities Inspectors to perform all aspects of construction of Utilities infrastructure.
Coordinates and conducts employee meetings to disseminate safety information, procedures and practices.
Completes and submits all required reports and appropriate paperwork related to field assignments.
Assists lower level Utilities Locator staff with troubleshooting minor software issues.
Performs on-call utility locations services.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND SOFTWARE
Employees in this classification use a variety of power and hand tools to complete tasks in their area of assignment. Employees may use the following equipment and/or computer software, depending on assignment:
Computer Software
Utilities Inspector:
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Minimum Qualifications
Utilities Locator:
Must successfully complete the requirements of a training program within two (2) years by completing provided coursework/training in the following areas:
Utilities Locator/Inspector Trainee:
Utilities Inspector:
Internal Candidates:
Supplemental Information
Utilities Locator:
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals. Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction. Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters. Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA's)
(KSAs must be met in accordance with the Career Path Advancement Requirements)
GENERAL
LOCATIONS
Physical and Sensory Requirements / Environmental Factors
Physical Ability: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and may push, pull, grasp, lift and/or move objects and materials of moderate to heavy weight (up to 100 pounds), in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as odors, wetness, humidity, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, disease, or pathogenic substances. Work is frequently performed outside in heat, high humidity, in cold, in rain and when other inclement weather conditions are present. Work is performed in bright and dim light.
Utilities Locator/Inspector Trainee:
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA's)
(KSAs must be met in accordance with Career Path Advancement Requirements):
Physical and Sensory Requirements / Environmental Factors
Physical Ability: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and may push, pull, grasp, lift and/or move objects and materials of moderate to heavy weight (up to 100 pounds), in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as odors, wetness, humidity, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, disease, or pathogenic substances. Work is frequently performed outside in heat, high humidity, in cold, in rain and when other inclement weather conditions are present. Work is performed in bright and dim light.
Utilities Inspector:
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, and to resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Demonstrated ability to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Ability to understand and accurately follow oral and written instructions on various matters.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS / ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
Physical Ability: Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (60 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depth, colors or shades of colors, sounds and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, bright/dim light, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, toxic agents, disease, or pathogenic substances.
CAREER PATH ADVANCEMENT REQUIREMENTS
The follow requirements must be met to advance to Utilities Locator/Inspector Trainee:
The above requirements for meeting the KSA's must be verified and documented by the assigned area supervisor or manager.
The follow requirements must be met to advance to Utilities Locator/Inspector Trainee:
The above requirements for meeting the KSA's must be verified and documented by the assigned area supervisor or manager.
VETERANS PREFERENCE:
Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in employment by the City.
The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender (including identity or expression), marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or any other protected classification as defined by applicable law (except as limited by Personnel Rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, or bona fide occupational qualifications).
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects qualified individuals with disabilities from employment discrimination. Under the ADA, a person has a disability if he/she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits a major life activity. The physical demands described within the job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. In compliance with the ADA, the City of Boynton Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and ability.
Full-time employees (those regularly scheduled to work at least 30 hours per week) are eligible for the Citys benefit package.
The City of Boynton Beachs comprehensive benefits package includes:
Dismemberment Insurance
Student Loan Forgiveness
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Health Insurance
The City pays the entire premium for an eligible employee. The employee may elect to cover a spouse and/or dependent children by paying the applicable premium for the dependent(s).
Dental Insurance
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent are paid by the employee with a contribution by the City.
Vision Care Plan
Premiums for eligible employees are paid by the City. Premiums for any covered dependent(s) are paid by the employee.
Life Insurance / Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
The City provides each eligible employee with term life and accidental death insurance.
Supplemental Life Insurance / Supplemental AD&D Insurance
Employees may purchase supplemental term life insurance on an individual-choice basis with premiums based on age. A matching amount of Accidental Death insurance may also be purchased.
Dependent Life Insurance
Employees who select supplemental coverage for themselves may also purchase coverage for their spouse and dependent children.
City Retirement / Pension Plans
The City has pension plans for general employees, police, and firefighters. Each plan is contributory with both the employee and the City contributing to the program.
Supplemental Plans
Supplemental plans provide direct cash payments regardless of any other coverage you may have, and are designed to help fill in any gaps in a medical plan. The employee pays the premiums for these supplemental plans.
Short and Long Term Disability
The City provides Short and Long Term Disability insurance to eligible employees. The plan is designed to cover a disability sustained on or off the job.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The City contracts with an employee assistance program (EAP) to provide employees and their dependents with free, confidential and professional counseling to help resolve personal or family problems.
Deferred Compensation Plans (457 Plans)
The City makes available three deferred compensation plans that the employee may voluntarily contribute to on a tax-deferred basis.
Vacation
All full-time employees accrue time toward paid vacation leave. Accrual begins immediately and vacation may be taken after six months of employment.
Holidays
The City observes 12 paid holidays throughout the year.
Sick Leave / Family Sick Leave
Full-time employees accrue one day of sick leave per month. An employee may elect to use up to 5 days per year of accrued sick time for illness in his/her immediate family.
Tuition Assistance *(Depending on available budget funding)
The Tuition Assistance Program reimburses eligible employees for successful completion of approved courses leading to Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees.
Wellness Program
The City offers many wellness activities and programs throughout the year.
Prepaid Legal Services and Identity Theft Protection Plan
Employees may choose to enroll in a prepaid legal service plan and an identity theft protection plan. The employee pays the premiums for these plans.
Credit Union
All City employees may join the Credit Union of Palm Beach County. In addition to savings and checking accounts, the Credit Union offers different types of loans, investment choices and recreational opportunities.
Section 125 Plan for Health and Dental Premium
Section 125 of the Internal Revenue code allows you to have your dependent coverage premiums deducted before payroll taxes are withheld resulting in tax savings to you.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employees may participate in flexible spending accounts for reimbursement of medical and/or dependent care expenses.
Direct Deposit
Employees may have their bi-weekly paycheck deposited to the financial institution of their choice.
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After reviewing this posting, which level position within this career path are you applying for?
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Do you possess a High School Diploma?
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Please select the length of experience you possess involving underground utilities, location, construction, or related field?
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Do you posses and maintain a valid Florida drivers license?
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Do you possess a vocational/Technical degree with training emphasis in Construction Management, Civil/Environmental Engineering, or closely related field?
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Do you possess the Florida Industrial Pre-Treatment Associations FOG Management Certification?
Required Question
Employer City of Boynton Beach
Address 100 E. Ocean Ave
City Hall - Human Resources
Boynton Beach, Florida, 33435
Phone 5617426275
Website http://www.boynton-beach.org
| Location | Boynton Beach, FL |
| Salary | $47,507.20–$87,214.40 Per Year |
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