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Rutgers The State University Utility Locator in New Brunswick, New Jersey

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Recruitment/Posting Title Utility Locator
Job Category AFSCME Local 888
Department IPO-Facilities Utilities
Overview
The Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O) employs a workforce of approximately 2,700 staff, represented by 15 collective negotiations agreements, and is responsible for institutional strategic initiatives and operations, which encompasses an expansive range of comprehensive service and business operations across the State of New Jersey. These include planning and construction, facilities, public safety and emergency operations, environmental health and safety, transportation, housing, and auxiliary/retail operations.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Utility Locator for the Division of Institutional Planning & Operations (IP&O).Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Works independently as Utility Locator for Rutgers Utilities Department reporting directly to Utilities Project Manager.
  • This position is meant to help Rutgers Utilities fulfill its responsibility as underground facility operator as dictated by New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU).
  • The person selected for this position is responsible for keeping Rutgers Utilities Department compliant with BPU rules as they pertain to locating and marking out underground utilities, as well as placing markout requests prior to Utilities performing any underground excavation work.
  • The selected Utility Locator is also required to assist the Survey/GIS crew in updating and correcting Rutgers utility maps.
  • If required, the selected Utility Locator may guide and instruct markout trainees as well as perform any duties of the group.
  • The selected Utility Locator will also perform preventive maintenance inspection of the Rutgers-owned gas distribution system.
  • Assists Rutgers staff, mechanics, Survey/GIS crew, and contractors to identify, locate, and markout the underground utilities within the Rutgers properties.
  • Responsible to call in markout requests for Rutgers excavation work.
  • Responsible for reviewing all the markout requests that comes in via email and fax machine, and performing said markout requests as needed.
  • Performs special project/investigation work that includes utility locating work.
  • Responds to emergency markouts (nights, weekends, holiday, etc.) as needed.
  • Reaches out to contractors/other utility owners or markout technicians as needed to understand proposed work within Rutgers.
  • Performs routine preventive maintenance inspection of the Rutgers-owned gas distribution lines.
  • Performs related duties as required.
  • Conducts inventory of markout materials and supplies; and advise management when to reorder stock.
  • Detects faulty operation of locating equipment; and reports questionable conditions to supervisor.
  • Provides guidance and instruction to markout trainees.
  • Assists Rutgers Survey/GIS crew in updating the Rutgers Utilities Maps.
  • Investigates and field verifies existing utility systems and how they are shown in the utility maps.
  • Reviews existing utility maps and produces sketches showing corrections as needed.
  • Responsible for reviewing and keeping up to date with the requirements of NJ One Cal.
Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA Nonexempt
Grade 18
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 45489.87
Annual Mid Range Salary 53670.46
Annual Maximum Salary 61851.05
Standard Hours 40.00
Union Description AFSCME - Local 888
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit Facilities Maintenance - New Brunswick
Terms of Appointment Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility PERS
Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Requires a high school/vocational school education or equivalent, plus 4 years working experience in utilities, facilities, construction, or surveying.
Certifications/Licenses
  • A valid driver's license with four years driving experience is necessary.
  • Will be required to successfully complete the Rutgers Defensive Driving Course.
  • May be required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Must have working knowledge of AutoCAD or other drafting software and the ability to interpret construction drawings and utility as-built maps, as well as the ability to quickly master other design software and survey equipment (knowledge and experience with locating device needed for utility markout as well as markout experience preferred).
  • Must be able to serve the University state-wide properties (i.e, New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden campuses as well as the Rutgers satellite offices throughout New Jersey (knowledge of Rutgers Campuses preferred).
  • Must be able to work after-hours, nights, weekends, and during holidays as required by work.
  • Also requires good communication skills, and the ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and read and comprehend technical manuals and blueprints.
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
  • Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM (plus when called in for emergency work)
  • Clean Driving Record
Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST1711
Posting Open Date 07/18/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Notice to AFSCME Local 888 union members ONLY: To submit an internal bid, an application must be submitted no later than 9:00 a.m. on Friday, 07/26/2024. Although AFSCME Local 888 members have priority consideration, outside applications are accepted as well.
Regional Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City Piscataway
State NJ
Location Details
  • Will report to Busch Campus - but work will be in all 3 campuses (NB, NWK, Camden)
Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, p regnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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