Job Information
City of West Des Moines Utility Locator in West Des Moines, Iowa
Utility Locator
Type: Full Time
Salary/Pay Rate: $23.23 - $30.21/hour
Posted Date: 10/10/2024
Deadline to Apply: 10/30/2024
Job Details Description
DepartmentPublic Services
Benefits Click here to review a Summary of Employee Benefits
Civil Service Status
This is a Civil Service position
Regular Hours
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm
Overtime and Weekend Work as Required
Tentative Start Date December 2024/January 2025
Job Summary
Under the general direction of the Principal Traffic Engineer, locates and marks City owned utilities within the Right of Way and at City facilities, uses a variety of techniques to measure utilities, maintains accurate records and documentation, and meets and coordinates with contractors, builders, engineers, etc. regarding projects.
Deadline to Apply October 30, 2024 @ 11:59pm
Requirements Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and six (6) months of utility locating or related work experience; proficiency with PC’s and computer software and applications; possession of a valid Iowa driver’s license; ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions; ability to read and interpret maps and blueprints.
Steps to Apply
Steps to Apply:
Profile: You MUST complete an online Applicant Profile. A link is provided below to our Online Application System.
Attachments: You must attach the following documents to your profile under the Apply For Job section (attachments are job specific, once you click Finish & Apply you will not be able to add any additional documents):
a) Written Questionnaire - You must attach the completed written questionnaire to your profile prior to clicking Finish & Apply under the Apply For Job section.
Click to open:Written Questionnaire
A completed written questionnaire must be attached to your application by the deadline date, October 30, 2024at 11:59pm CDT to be considered for this position.
Qualifications/Certifications/Licenses : Under the Resume & Qualifications section, make sure to list any certifications or licenses you currently hold.
Applying for Position: Once you have completed your profile, you MUST apply for the position (The link to Finish & Apply is located on the Apply For Job section after you have completed your profile. Once you have applied, it will be listed under your My Applications tab. Any applications marked as Status: Incomplete, have not been submitted.).
All steps MUST be completed before the posted deadline to be considered for this position. We will not accept incomplete profiles. Communication throughout this process (including invitations to any examinations and/or interviews) will be made via the email supplied through the City's on-line application system. It is recommended to check your email "Junk" folder for emails from the City of West Des Moines. If you have any questions during the application process, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616 .
Civil Service Exam A Civil Service Examination will be administered for this position. The Top 25 applicants meeting the minimum qualifications for the position, submitting all required application materials, and receiving a passing score on the written questionnaire will be invited to participate in the remainder of the Civil Service Examination, which will include an oral board interview. Oral board interviews are tentatively scheduled for the week of December 2, 2024.All dates are tentative and subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
Physical/Drug Test Post offer, pre-employment physical and drug test are required.
Apply Here!City of West Des Moines Online Application System
Instructions & FAQ's
You will need to complete an online profile and apply for this position online. There are Instruction Sheets under the Employment section of our City website as well as a number of topics in ourFAQ section. If after reviewing these help guides you still need additional help, please visit or contact Human Resources 515-222-3616 .
If you are currently employed with the City, please reference theInternal Instruction Sheetprior to applying. With questions, please contact Human Resources at 515-222-3616.
Contact Information
CITY OF WEST DES MOINES
Human Resources, 1st floor, Suite 1E
4200 Mills Civic Parkway
PO Box 65320
West Des Moines, IA 50265-0320
515-222-3616 (phone)
515-273-0601 (fax)
