2026-B Wastewater Collection System Operator (8/2026)

City-of-Prattville; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Prattville is seeking a wastewater technician to repair and maintain the sewer collection system. The role includes operating hydro-vac, inspecting mains, and maintaining lift stations, with opportunities for growth into higher license levels.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, and pursue Alabama Grade 1C wastewater certification within 12 months or already hold Grade 1C or higher. A Class A CDL with tanker endorsement is required within nine months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain Grade 1C Wastewater Intern certification/license within 12 months or already possess Alabama Grade 1C or higher Wastewater certification/license.
• Class A Driver's License with tanker endorsement required within 9 months.

Responsibilities

• Maintains sewer mains.
• Operates hydro-vac to clean sewer mains.
• Pressure washes and vacuums manholes.
• Performs minor hydro-excavations.
• Lifts and enters manholes to repair problems and build inverts.
• Televises sewer main inspections.
• Inspects sewer mains using television equipment to look for damage or debris.
• Locates laterals.
• Performs routine sewer main inspections.
• Checks storm drain pipes.
• Maintains sewer rights-of-way.
• Cleans weeds, brush, and trees from rights-of-way.
• Grades and fills rights-of-way to maintain access.
• Locates and marks manholes.
• Collects and maintains sewer system GPS data.
• Locates manholes, mains, creek crossings, and hot spots.
• Collects data to produce more accurate maps.
• Maintains lift stations.
• Checks lift stations weekly to ensure proper operation.
• Pulls pumps; diagnoses problems and corrects deficiencies.
• Diagnoses and repairs control panels.
• Checks generators for correct operation.
• Cleans lift stations to remove grease and debris.
• Assists other workers/division.
• Logs activities and provides records for supervisors.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Knowledge of wastewater maintenance

Knowledge of department policies

Knowledge of streets and roads

Knowledge of vehicle operation

Knowledge of work safety principles

Skill in operating vehicles and heavy/

Skill in hand and power tools

Skill in problem solving

Skill in interpersonal relations

Skill in oral and writtenCommunication

Ability to learn manuals/guidelines

Ability to analyze situations

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Alabama Grade 1C Wastewater certification/license

Grade 1C Wastewater Intern certification

Class A Driver's License with tanker endorsement

Job description

The purpose of this position is to repair and maintain the wastewater collection system. Job duties consist of related technical duties. Successful performance contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of system operations. FLSA status is Non-Exempt.

This position can start as an entry-level (trainee) position in the Wastewater department with educational and growth requirements/opportunities. Applicants who currently possess a Grade 1C or higher license/certification would start at a higher level. The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or logical assignments for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions in this classification, but are determined by the normal requirements for this particular position.

SEWER OPERATION (35%)

• Maintains sewer mains.
• Operates hydro-vac to clean sewer mains.
• Pressure washes and vacuums manholes.
• Performs minor hydro-excavations.
• Lifts and enters manholes to repair problems and build inverts.

SEWER INSPECTIONS (20%)

• Televises sewer main inspections.
• Inspects sewer mains using television equipment to look for damage or debris.
• Locates laterals.
• Performs routine sewer main inspections.
• Checks storm drain pipes.

RIGHTS OF WAY MAINTENANCE (20%)

• Maintains sewer rights-of-way.
• Cleans weeds, brush, and trees from rights-of-way.
• Grades and fills rights-of-way to maintain access.
• Locates and marks manholes.

GPS DATA COLLECTION & MAINTENANCE (10%)

• Collects and maintains sewer system GPS data.
• Locates manholes, mains, creek crossings, and hot spots.
• Collects data to produce more accurate maps.

LIFT STATION MAINTENANCE (5%)

• Maintains lift stations.
• Checks lift stations weekly to ensure proper operation.
• Pulls pumps; diagnoses problems and corrects deficiencies.
• Diagnoses and repairs control panels.
• Checks generators for correct operation.
• Cleans lift stations to remove grease and debris.

OTHER RELATED DUTIES (10%)

• Assists other workers/division.
• Logs activities and provides records for supervisors.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.

High School Diploma/GED is required.

Must test for a Grade 1C Wastewater Intern certification/license within twelve (12) months of employment and receive certification within eighteen (18) months OR currently possess an Alabama Grade 1C or higher Wastewater certification/license.

Must possess a Class "A" Drivers' License with tanker endorsement or obtain within nine (9) months of employment.

Must be able to pass agility test.

Must be able to lift up to eighty (80) pounds repeatedly.

One (1) year experience in heavy manual labor, the operation of trucks and other light-duty automotive equipment and lawn care maintenance preferred.

The following requirements are normal for this classification. Specific requirements may not apply to all positions within this classification but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position. The following list was developed through job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned.

Job duties are typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. Employees frequently lift light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

Job duties are typically outdoors, occasionally in extreme or inclement weather. Employees are exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, and irritating chemicals.

Job duties require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

Job duties require the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

Job duties require the ability to deal with and relate to people beyond giving and receiving instructions.

Job duties require the ability to talk, express, or exchange ideas by means of spoken words and/or hear and perceive the nature of sounds by ear.

Job duties require regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of wastewater system maintenance and repair principles.
• Knowledge of areas streets and road.
• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment operation and maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of work safety principles.
• Skill in the operation of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
• Skill in problem-solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of a variety of mechanical and electronic equipment.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to learn and understand manuals and guidelines.
• Ability to analyze a variety of situations and make sound judgments.

City of Prattville employees are required to obtain knowledge of the City of Prattville Policies and Procedures, and knowledge of their specific department rules, policies, and procedures. This job description does not necessarily include all the duties which may be required of individual employees in the classification. Job descriptions may be revised as needed.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

• Must provide proof of your legal right to work in the United States.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Willing to work overtime.
• Willing to cooperate with the workload of the department.
• Willing to attend continuing education courses.
• Willing to comply with City of Prattville rules and regulations.
• Must submit to drug screenings for this safety sensitive position.
• Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

EEOC COMMITMENT:

The City of Prattville is committed to maintaining equal employment opportunity by considering job applicants and employees for hiring and advancement on the basis of job-pertinent individual differences and not on the basis of extraneous factors such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, status as current or former uniformed service member, or any other classifications protected by law.