Utility Information Field Technician at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana

Job Description:

Department



FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)



Job Summary

• Verifies the location of and marks utility systems for current and future construction projects or when utility systems information is requested.
• Prepares and maintains damage prevention permits and maps for contracted locators and verify completion, distributes permits as required.
• Performs leak detection and water quality testing; utilizes necessary tools to assist in sub-surface locating of valves, manholes and access panels.
• Utilizes survey-grade GPS equipment, sUAS, lasers, infra-red camera and digital cameras to map utility systems as repair and replacement work is occurring as well as during new construction projects.
• Sketches and documents all changes to each campus utility using photos, GPS points, laser measurements and contractor redlines.
• Works with regional campuses in the collection and documentation of base map and utilities updates when requested.
• Ensures the completion of work assignments in a safe, efficient, and cost effective manner within specified time frames.
• Complies with all safety policies and University and departmental policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Responds to emergency situations immediately and works quickly to correct issues.
• Maintains availability for overtime work and/or on-call duties as assigned.
• Performs other utility-related work as needed or assigned.

Qualifications



Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.


EDUCATION



Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE



Required

• 5 years of experience in utility damage prevention

Preferred

• Some experience with Indiana 811 Dig Safe permitting process

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES



Required

• Valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire


• Locator certification upon date of hire


• Damage Prevention Competency certification upon date of hire

SKILLS



Required

• Proficient communication skills


• Maintains a high degree of professionalism


• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills


• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality


• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment


• Highly thorough and dependable


• Familiarity with ArcGIS and/or AutoCAD


• Advanced knowledge of utility documentation equipment, tools, techniques and procedures


• Knowledge of computers and computer software including: ESRI Software Suite (ArcGIS for Desktop, Collector for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, etc.), Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat, Trimble Pathfinder Office and Terra Sync, 3DR Site Scan, and AutoCAD Map 3D


• Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Working Conditions / Demands



This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.



Work Location



Bloomington, Indiana


This is an in-person position.



Benefits Overview



For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance


• Health savings account with generous IU contributions


• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts


• Basic group life insurance paid by IU


• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance


• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting


• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options


• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses


• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year


• Generous paid time off plans


• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events


• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.



Job Classification



Career Level: Mastery


FLSA: Nonexempt


Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility


Job Family: Energy & Utilities
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Posting Disclaimer



This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.


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Equal Employment Opportunity



Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.



Campus Safety and Security



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