ABOUT THE POSITION
Posting Date: 9/8/2026
Job Vacancy #: 620
Job Vacancy Class & Title: 54010 - FACILITIES LOCATOR
Directly Reports To: Distribution Operations Supervisor

JOB DESCRIPTION
FACILITIES LOCATOR
An employee who is a Journeyman Fitter who has successfully completed a Nevada State Fitter or TMWA Fitter apprenticeship and is qualified by training and knowledge to locate Truckee Meadows Water Authority (TMWA) facilities.

• Responds to requests for information on underground utility locations; conducts field location inspections and clearly marks the utility in the area of the proposed excavation as described in the locate request.
• Documents and prioritizes utility locate requests and data including emergency requests.
• The employee shall have an advanced working knowledge of the entire distribution system as well as a firm grasp of inspection procedures and policies.
• Must have the knowledge and experience in the application of pipe and cable locators and GPS equipment to locate facilities including water lines, communication lines and electrical lines.
• Must be able to read and interpret cards, maps and as built drawings that are utilized as reference material to locate facilities.
• Identifies errors on maps and provides detailed map corrections to the G.I.S department to accurately capture the location of the facilities.
• Must be able to work with computers to interface with a mobile dispatch and work order management systems.
• Must be familiar with the Underground Services Alert (USA) locate system and pertinent State regulations in regards to underground utility locating requirements.
• May be required to investigate, document and file reports/claims on 3rd party damage to TMWA facilities.
• Must be able to write legibly and maintain a neat, clean appearance and must be capable of working with the public.
• May work after hour locates and respond to emergency locate requests.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSURE & SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Must maintain a State of Nevada Grade II Water Distribution certification and a Nevada driver’s license.

WAGE
Start: $47.92

APPLICATION PROCESS
All bids shall be submitted through the electronic application tracking system used by the Company. To access the internal application section of the electronic application tracking system, visit http://internaljobs.tmwa.com

If a prospective bidder is unable to access the internet during the bidding period, then they may request via email that Human Resources submit a bid on their behalf. The Company will not consider any bid submitted later than the closing date on the posted bid/job announcement form.

TMWA is an equal employment opportunity employer who develops and maintains a work environment that values the dignity of each individual, utilizes human resources to their fullest potential and ensures a high-quality workforce which reflects the diversity of the community.

All decisions affecting any terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, salary, disciplinary action and an employee's caregiving responsibilities, will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, membership in an employee association, or any other protected status or category.