Water Utility Locater / Inspector

Salary : $39,582.40 Annually

Location : Lubbock, TX

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : W724-4541

Department : Water Utilities and Public Works

Division : 4541 - Public Works Street Drainage Engineering

Opening Date : 09 / 06 / 2025

Closing Date : 9 / 26 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Central

Summary

The purpose of this position is to accurately locate water and sewer lines as requested in advance of construction activities. Inspect and enforce rules and ordinances related to franchise utilities Right-of Way construction and permits

Essential Functions

• Inspect construction operations including ditch compaction and roadway repairs;
• Respond to requests from citizens, home builders, and general contractors for location of water or sewer lines in advance of construction activities;
• Locate water and sewer lines using a variety of equipment. Mark location of lines to prevent damage resulting from construction;
• Assist customer service employees in locating manholes, meters, and service lines;
• Enforce City of Lubbock Ordinance Chapter 36.09 and City of Lubbock Excavation Manual, issue ordinance violation tickets as needed;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with an additional one year of college education or specialized advanced training in construction methods or procedures with and additional two years of experience dealing with construction methods or procedures.

Knowledge and Abilities

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Physical Requirements

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits click

Do you possess one year of college education or specialized advanced training in construction methods or procedures?

Do you possess two years of experience dealing with construction methods or procedures?

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