Utility Locator II or Senior
City of West Fargo, ND, West Fargo, North Dakota, United States, 58078
Salary :
$55,203.20 - $65,582.40 Annually Location :
West Fargo City Hall Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
ENG012026 Department:
Engineering Division:
Utility Locating Opening Date:
01/12/2026 Closing Date:
2/1/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description Starting salary is dependent on position level.
Utility Locator II | $26.54 - $29.19
Senior Utility Locator | $28.66 - $31.53
Under general supervision, the Utility Locator II and Senior Utility Locator perform technical duties locating and marking underground City utilities, such as water, sewer, storm sewer lines, IT fiber, and electrical lines in public rights-of-ways and easements using a variety of utility maps, as-built plans, blueprints, sketches, construction plans, GIS systems, and other computer mapping systems. This position will also help with ROW inspection and GPS data collection for city utilities.
Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities
Locates underground utility lines for the City of West Fargo Uses utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, GIS information and various pipe and electronic locating equipment. Utilizes stakes, flags, and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities. Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved. Receives daily assignments from the Right of Way Manager. Utilizes Trimble R2 to collect accurate locations of city utilities. Verifies field information and notifies the designated City departments regarding updates and corrections. Operates and maintains mechanical and electronic equipment Works safely, follows safe work practices, and identifies and reports unsafe work conditions. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications Key Responsibilities
Participates in a rotating 2-week on-call schedule for emergency locates. Required Skills/Abilities
Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, other City departments, vendors, contractors, external government agencies and organizations. Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing. Minimum Qualifications
Utility Locator II
High school diploma or equivalent. 5 or more years of relevant experience locating and mapping underground utilities Experience using Trimble field maps and surveying equipment Valid driver's license. Senior Utility Locator
High school diploma or equivalent. 10 or more years of relevant experience locating and mapping underground utilities Experience using Trimble field maps and surveying equipment Valid driver's license. Supplemental Information Starting salary is dependent on position level.
Utility Locator II | $26.54 - $29.19
Senior Utility Locator | $28.66 - $31.53
Retirement: Defined Contribution Plan or NDPERS Pension if eligible Up to 15.26% City Contribution on Defined Contribution Plan, 16.26% City Contribution for Defined Benefit Pension Plans (Main, Main 2020, Public Safety). Inquire with HR for eligibility, conditions and details.
High Deductible Health Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) with City Contribution Match Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts Long Term Disability Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Vacation Accruals Sick Accruals Personal Days
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Which position level would you like to be considered for?
Utility Locator II Senior Utility Locator Either/Both
Required Question
$55,203.20 - $65,582.40 Annually Location :
West Fargo City Hall Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
ENG012026 Department:
Engineering Division:
Utility Locating Opening Date:
01/12/2026 Closing Date:
2/1/2026 11:59 PM Central
Description Starting salary is dependent on position level.
Utility Locator II | $26.54 - $29.19
Senior Utility Locator | $28.66 - $31.53
Under general supervision, the Utility Locator II and Senior Utility Locator perform technical duties locating and marking underground City utilities, such as water, sewer, storm sewer lines, IT fiber, and electrical lines in public rights-of-ways and easements using a variety of utility maps, as-built plans, blueprints, sketches, construction plans, GIS systems, and other computer mapping systems. This position will also help with ROW inspection and GPS data collection for city utilities.
Essential Duties & Key Responsibilities
Locates underground utility lines for the City of West Fargo Uses utility maps, as-built civil engineering drawings, GIS information and various pipe and electronic locating equipment. Utilizes stakes, flags, and/or paint to mark the location of underground utilities. Prepares various reports, forms, and memos to document work completed, and problems encountered and/or resolved. Receives daily assignments from the Right of Way Manager. Utilizes Trimble R2 to collect accurate locations of city utilities. Verifies field information and notifies the designated City departments regarding updates and corrections. Operates and maintains mechanical and electronic equipment Works safely, follows safe work practices, and identifies and reports unsafe work conditions. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Minimum Qualifications Key Responsibilities
Participates in a rotating 2-week on-call schedule for emergency locates. Required Skills/Abilities
Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with peers, superiors, other City departments, vendors, contractors, external government agencies and organizations. Strong communication skills, both orally and in writing. Minimum Qualifications
Utility Locator II
High school diploma or equivalent. 5 or more years of relevant experience locating and mapping underground utilities Experience using Trimble field maps and surveying equipment Valid driver's license. Senior Utility Locator
High school diploma or equivalent. 10 or more years of relevant experience locating and mapping underground utilities Experience using Trimble field maps and surveying equipment Valid driver's license. Supplemental Information Starting salary is dependent on position level.
Utility Locator II | $26.54 - $29.19
Senior Utility Locator | $28.66 - $31.53
Retirement: Defined Contribution Plan or NDPERS Pension if eligible Up to 15.26% City Contribution on Defined Contribution Plan, 16.26% City Contribution for Defined Benefit Pension Plans (Main, Main 2020, Public Safety). Inquire with HR for eligibility, conditions and details.
High Deductible Health Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) with City Contribution Match Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Flexible Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts Long Term Disability Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Vacation Accruals Sick Accruals Personal Days
01
Which position level would you like to be considered for?
Utility Locator II Senior Utility Locator Either/Both
Required Question