POSTING DEADLINE
This position is posted until filled.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Linespotter II
Union $35.21 Per Hour
SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision, locates and marks underground plant facilities to prevent damage to utilities and to prevent injuries.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Locates and marks underground facilities as requested to prevent damage by other excavating contractors and individuals.
Assists all areas in Linespotting
Completes assignments within a required time frame
Maintains accurate records of work performed
Develops knowledge of other utility underground construction practices
Checks and repairs damaged coating on lines
Reports to coordinator any unusual problems pertaining to facilities
Maintains locating equipment to ensure accurate operating condition
Works closely with other areas such as Construction, Inspectors, Drafting, and Leak Survey
Keeps miss-spots to a minimum
COMPETENCIES:
Common knowledge of other utility linespotting procedures
Ability to operate department line locating equipment, which may include the pipe horn, Nilsson, Radio Detection, and/or Metro Tech
Ability to read maps and drawings
Ability to find any information needed from the Drafting department
Ability to coordinate scheduling
Ability to operate gas scope along with linespotting equipment
Ability to communicate, cooperate, and gain the cooperation of others
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High school diploma or GED with three to four years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:
Must have valid New Mexico drivers license.
Must be a certified Linespotter.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions, correspondence, and memos
Ability to write complex correspondence
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Ability to use general office equipment, a personal computer, and word processing software
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
TXNM Energy, Inc.
Albuquerque
New Mexico United States
www.txnmenergy.com
