Collection System Worker I/II (20779405)
Ross Valley Sanitary District
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Job summary
Ross Valley Sanitary District in Marin County is seeking a motivated Collection System Worker I/II to maintain and repair its sewer infrastructure. The role involves a 9/80 schedule, on‑call duties, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Candidates should have a high school diploma, two years of general maintenance experience, and a valid California driver’s license. Responsibilities include inspecting and repairing sewer lines, operating a range of equipment, and maintaining vehicles and
Qualifications
- Completion of the twelfth grade, or its equivalent.
- Two years general maintenance and construction experience
- Valid California Class "C" Driver's License
- Must have a satisfactory driving record and continue to meet District vehicle liability insurance company driving standards.
Responsibilities
- Participate in inspecting, cleaning, maintaining, constructing, and repairing wastewater collection systems using various equipment.
- Perform heavy manual tasks with assistive tools and equipment as needed.
- Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain proper collection system operation using CCTV, smoke/dye testing, and related procedures.
- Plan routine traffic control at work sites and perform non-routine controls under supervision.
- Respond to service calls or complaints concerning sewer odors, trouble, and backups.
Skills
Education
Job description
Ross Valley Sanitary District in Marin County provides wastewater collection and conveyance services to its customers in the municipalities of Ross, Fairfax, Larkspur, and San Anselmo, and the surrounding unincorporated areas. Our entire service area known for its small family-friendly towns and natural beauty. Marin County is home to Muir Woods redwood forest, Stinson Beach, and Mount Tamalpais showing the breadth of recreational diversity here, including hiking, biking, and kayaking.
Marin County is an exceptionally safe and pleasant area to live and work, with award-winning school districts and moderate weather, perfect for a wide range of outdoor activities. Traveling northeast through Marin county will lead you to the renowned wine country of Sonoma and Napa Counties. San Francisco is only a short drive away over the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, or by ferry from Larkspur or Sausalito.
Ross Valley Sanitary District was established in 1899 and for over a century has been dedicated to protecting public health and the environment. Our district operates and maintains approximately 200 miles of collection sewer lines and 19 pumping stations which collect, pump, and transport approximately four million gallons of wastewater per day to Central Marin Sanitation Agency. Our mission is to provide customers with high quality wastewater collection service through a system that has no avoidable sanitary sewer overflows at the lowest sustainable cost. Our public agency has a board of five elected officials, all of whom reside in our service area.
Our dedicated staff of 35 is organized into three work teams: Administration and Finance, Engineering and Inspections, and Operations and Maintenance. Ross Valley Sanitary District is committed to creating a positive workplace culture and actively works to foster an inclusive and engaging environment. Recently, we were featured in Municipal Sewer and Water Magazine for the success of our Core Competencies Training Program. The program has worked to catalog and document key Standard Operating Procedures which has in turn allowed the operations team to become more efficient and proactive in their work.
Ross Valley Sanitary District has been awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) every year since 2010 for its annual Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.
In 2020, Ross Valley Sanitary District was awarded "Small Collection System Agency of the Year" for the Redwood Empire Section of California Water Environment Association (CWEA). Many years of hard work by our staff have culminated in this prestigious award, which according to CWEA is "given in recognition of outstanding maintenance programs, regulatory compliance and safety and training procedures". Our Flushable Wipes Aren't Flushable video was selected as the CWEA 2020 second place winner for Community Engagement and Outreach.
40 hours per work week - 9/80 Schedule
Plus an excellent benefits package
The Ross Valley Sanitary District is seeking amotivated Collection System Worker willing to learn new skills and work with cutting edge technology to join our team!
Collection System Workers operate and maintain sanitary sewer infrastructure while providing excellent customer service to the Ross Valley community.
CSWs perform a variety of skilled - journey level work and manual labor in the operations, maintenance, and repair of sewer lines and related mechanical, hydraulic and hand-operated equipment. Collection System Workers are on a 9/80 schedule - Monday through Thursday from 6:00 am to 3:30 pm, with Fridays alternating between 6:00 am -2:30 pm and off work. All Collection System Workers also work on a rotating "on call" basis.
- Participate in inspecting, cleaning, maintaining, constructing, and repairing of wastewater collection systems utilizing a variety of mechanical and specialized equipment including, but not limited to, rodders, CCTVs, high velocity cleaners, vacuum trucks, construction equipment, and related equipment.
- Perform a variety of manual tasks such as lifting and carrying heavy loads including material, equipment, and debris with assistance and utilizing equipment when appropriate.
- Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain proper collection system operation using techniques and instruments including, but not limited to, closed‐circuit TV, smoke testing, dye testing, and related procedures.
- Participate in the removal and restoration of concrete and paved surfaces using a wide variety of construction equipment, hand and power tools.
- Removal and restoration of concrete and paved surfaces.
- Conduct daily inspections of vehicles, hand tools, and equipment, perform lubrication and minor operating adjustments to ensure proper operation of vehicles, hand tools, and equipment.
- Perform basic building and grounds maintenance at collection system facilities.
- Plan routine traffic control measures at work sites and perform non-routine traffic control under general supervision.
- Observe all safety precautions as required by regulatory agencies and the District; including using personal protective equipment and following hazardous communication policies and procedures.
- Participate in confined space entries including, but not limited to, atmospheric monitoring, hazard mitigation, and appropriate safety procedures.
- Respond to and investigate service calls or complaints concerning such matters as sewer odors, sewer trouble, and sewer back-ups, and make the necessary corrections.
- Participate in and, upon passing District criteria, direct the spill stoppage, containment, and cleanup of emergency situations and wastewater spills, including occasional 24/7 on‑call duty as Primary or Secondary Stand‑by.
- Perform a range of activities related to locating and marking sanitary sewer infrastructure and underground utility lines using a variety of equipment.
- Communicate and interact with the public, local government, and other utility personnel in a courteous, professional manner.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Completion of the twelfth grade, or its equivalent.
- Two years general maintenance and construction experience
- Valid California Class "C" Driver's License
- Must have a satisfactory driving record and continue to meet District vehicle liability insurance company driving standards.
To be considered for the CSW II classification, two years of collection system maintenance and operations is required.
Interested Candidates who do not have the certifications listed below are encouraged to apply and work toward acquiring the certifications prior to the end of the 12-month probationary period. Certification training occurs on District time. Candidates must complete and possess required certifications to pass probation. By the end of probation, possession of the following licensures, certifications, and/or registrations is required:
- Possession of a valid California Commercial Motor Vehicle Class “A” Driver’s License with Airbrake and Tanker endorsements.
- Collection System Maintenance Grade I Certificate from the California Water Environment Association (CWEA)
- Confined Space Entry Certification
- Excavation Training for Competent Person Certification
All of the above AND a Collection System Maintenance Grade II Certificate from CWEA.
The ideal candidates will have mechanical aptitude and be proficient at operating hand and power tools. They will also possess the ability to interpret documents such as Standard Operating Procedures, maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals.
Represented employees in the Collection System Worker, Senior Collection System Worker, and Operations Supervisor classifications work a 9/80 schedule from 6:00 am - 3:30 pm.
Full-time regular employees earn vacation with pay at the following bi-weekly rates for each complete year of CalPERS service:
For the first 3 years of service 10 days per year (80 hours)
3-10 years of service 15 days per year (120 hours)
10-15 years of service 20 days per year (160 hours)
15-20 years of service 22 days per year (176 hours)
For twenty (20) or more years of service 25 days per year (200 hours)
Employees receive fifteen (16) paid holidays per year including four floating holidays.
Employees accrue 12 days (96 hours) per year.
RVSD contracts with CalPERS health care which makes available a variety of medical plans. The maximum RVSD contribution equals 100% of the premium for Kaiser Bay Area for an employee plus two or more dependents. The employee shall pay any difference between the District’s maximum contribution toward medical insurance, if applicable, and the actual premium of medical insurance selected by the employee. An employee may apply in writing to RVSD for waiver of required participation in the RVSD’s medical insurance program and to receive a payment of $200per pay period in-lieu of medical insurance coverage.
After one year of employment, the District offers paid parental leave for employees who welcome a new child into their family. Employees receive up to eightweeks of pay at 75% of their normal wage,up to $2,750/week.
RVSD provides dental insurance benefitsfor the employee and their eligible dependents at no cost to the employee.
Life insurance coverage of up to $125,000, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) of up to $125,000, and long term (LTD) and short term (STD) disability insurance coverage based on wages are all provided at District expense.
This plan provides eligible full-time employees reimbursement of vision care expenses not covered by the health plan. It is provided by RVSD at no cost to the employee. Reimbursable expenses are up to $150 allowances for glasses and frames, $130 allowances for contacts, or other necessary vision care expenses covered by VSP benefit per calendar year.
RVSD matched employee contributions up to $100per pay period to each employee enrolled in the District’s Mission Square457 Plan.
RVSD reimburses up to five-hundred dollars ($500) per fiscal year for an employee’s wellness-related expenditures.
RVSD offers its employees incentive pay for preventive care activities such as flu vaccines, eye exams and other routine healthcare checks. Each event qualifies for a $50 payment, up to a maximum of $250 per fiscal year.
RVSD is a member of the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The program is mandatory for all full-time employees.
For new employees hired after January 1, 2013, the retirement formula is 2.0%@62. The current employee contribution rate is 6.75% of salary (subject to change). All provisions shall be as required by PEPRA.
For employees hired before January 1, 2013 the retirement formula is 2.7%@55. The employee contribution rate is 8%. Employees hired after January 1, 2013 who are already members of CalPERS and who have had less than a six-month break in service may be eligible for the 2.7%@55 formula. Actual CalPERS formula and eligibility requirements are contingent upon CalPERS regulations and conditions.
All eligible retirees shall be entitled to the required minimum employer contribution upon retirement, pursuant to the District’s CalPERS PEMHCA resolution. Employees hired on or after September 18, 2019 shall participate in the Enhanced Retiree Medical Plan.
Deductions are made for Social Security each pay period in accordance with Federal law.
To provide temporary disability income to an employee in the event of an on-the-job illness or injury, employees are covered under the provisions of California Workers’ Compensation.
Managementmay authorize up to $2,000 annual allowance for an employee’s education and training, which will not exceed a total of $7,500 during a ten-year period.
RVSD offers optional a low-interest loan program to assist employees with their purchase of a personal computer
Collection System Workersare eligible to receive certificate pay, at the percentage indicated below,based on their base payfor obtaining the following CWEA certifications.
Collection System Maintenance Grade 2 Cert – 2.5%
Collection System Maintenance Grade 3 Cert – 2.5% for CSWs hired AFTER July 1, 2015
Mechanical Technologist Grade 1 Cert – 2.5%
Mechanical Technologist Grade 2 Cert – 2.5%
Mechanical Technologist Grade 1 Cert – 2.5%
Mechanical Technologist Grade 2 Cert – 2.5%
Represented employees are eligible to receive a $350 boot allowance per fiscal year.
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