Utility Locator/Right-of-Way Permit Technician

Job Description

Description

The Town of Prescott Valley is seeking a Utility Locator / Right-of-Way Permit Technician to join our Public Works team in a newly created role that combines hands-on field work with technical and administrative responsibilities. This position plays an important role in protecting the Town's underground infrastructure and supporting safe, efficient work within the public right-of-way. You'll respond to Blue Stake/811 requests, research utility maps and GIS records, locate and mark Town-owned underground utilities, and help coordinate right-of-way permits from application through inspection and closeout.

If you enjoy a position that gets you out in the field while also allowing you to work with contractors, developers, utility providers, residents, and Town departments to solve problems and keep projects moving, we invite you to apply!

Examples of Duties

IN THIS POSITION YOU WILL:

• Receives, reviews, prioritizes, and responds to Blue Stake/811 tickets, emergency locates, and other utility locate requests within required response times.
• Marks underground utilities clearly and accurately using paint, flags, stakes, whiskers, or other approved methods to prevent damage during excavation or construction activities.
• Receives right-of-way permit applications and supporting documentation electronically; reviews submittals for completeness; identifies missing information; and routes applications to appropriate reviewers or departments, including engineering, inspections, utilities, planning, traffic, or other affected divisions.
• Coordinates required inspections associated with right-of-way permits and assists in documenting inspection results, deficiencies, restoration status, and final closeout.
• Serves as a point of contact for inquiries related to utility locating, permit procedures, permit status, inspections, restoration requirements, and related right-of-way activities; provides customer service in person, by telephone, and by email as assigned.
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Typical Qualification

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED; and
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in utility locating, underground utility construction or maintenance, public works operations, permitting, development services, engineering support, inspections coordination, or a closely related field.
• The Town may consider any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential job functions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Municipal experience administering right-of-way, encroachment, street cut, or utility permits.
• Experience using GIS, asset management systems, permitting software such as Accela, and mobile field technology is desirable.
• Experience interpreting civil plans, utility maps, plats, and as-built drawings is highly desirable.
• AZ 811 Training and/or certification
• APWA Right of Way training and/or certification

Special Requirements: Possession of a valid Arizona driver's license.

Supplemental Information

COMPENSATION:

The Town's complete compensation package includes salary, benefits, and a high-performance culture. The Town package includes a health, dental, and vision insurance plan, participation in the state retirement system, optional 457 deferred compensation with a town match up to 6%, vacation, holidays, and additional comprehensive benefits.

The expected hiring range is $26.52 - $27.90

The full hourly range is $26.52 - $39.78 per hour

Applications due on October 20, 2026

Apply online: prescottvalley-az.gov

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benefits for a full-time regular, employee:

The Town of Prescott Valley offers a highly competitive benefits package including:

• General Leave: 200 hours of general leave per year, increasing with longevity and pro-rated for part-time positions
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year, including one floating holiday per fiscal year
• Health Insurance: Three health plans available to select from at a group rate. Town pays 100% of employee premiums for certain plans with family coverage optional
• Health Savings Account with Town contributions for qualified High Deductible Health Plan selections
• Dental Insurance: 100% of employee premiums paid by the Town. Family coverage is optional
• Vision Insurance: 100% of employee premiums paid by the Town. Family coverage is optional
• Flexible Spending Accounts:Health Care and Dependent Care accounts available
• Short Term Disability Insurance: Town-paid coverage
• Long Term Disability Insurance: Town-paid coverage
• Life Insurance: Town-paid insurance valued at the annual salary ($100,000 maximum); additional life insurance for self and/or dependent is available at employee's cost
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Alternate to Social Security - 457 Deferred Compensation Plan with Town match up to 6%
• Retirement: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined Benefit plan or Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (PSPRS) with mandatory city and employee contributions. ASRS Plan includes Long Term Disability Benefit.
• Voluntary employee paid Ancillary Benefits including Cancer Benefit, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance, Legal and ID Shield

• Direct Deposit: Paychecks are deposited directly into the employee's bank account(s) on a bi-weekly schedule.

Labor Law Poster

Closing Date/Time: 10/20/2026 5:00 PM Arizona