Collection Technician I

Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission; Hyattsville (MD); On-site; USD 37,195 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission in Hyattsville, MD is seeking a Collection Technician I to perform routine tasks in wastewater collection system maintenance. The role requires basic skills in jet machine operation, CCTV operations, or line blockage analysis, and works in a team with mandatory overtime and shift work.

You will handle safety practices, operate jet or CCTV trucks, maintain records, assist with reports, and communicate with field staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and ability to obtain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days.
• Must pass DOT physical and possess a DOT Medical Card.
• Must obtain a valid Class B CDL within 1 year of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Observes safety regulations.
• Wears required personal protective equipment.
• Operates jet or CCTV trucks and related collection system equipment.
• Makes customer contact and follow-ups for blockage events.
• Updates work status using two-way radio and terminals.
• Assists with line blockage analysis and related maintenance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety awareness

Jet machine operation

CCTV operations

Line blockage analysis

Teamwork

Vehicle pre-trip inspection

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Two-way radio

Mobile data terminals

LAN terminals

Job description

The Collection Technician I requires an individual possessing the abilities and skills to perform a variety of routine tasks relating to wastewater collection system maintenance with experience and basic skills in jet machine operation, closed circuit television operations, or line blockage analysis that take minimal levels of instruction regarding execution and safety while working in a team environment. Mandatory overtime and shift work may be required.

Organization Name

Organization Name Water/Wastewater Systems Assessment

Reports to

Reports to Section Manager, Water/Wastewater Systems Assessment

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Full Time

If Part Time how many hours per week

Regular or Temporary

Regular or Temporary Regular

Position End Date (if temporary)

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 7:00 am- 3:30 pm; Sunday- Wednesday 7:00 am- 5:30pm; Wednesday-Saturday 7:00 am- 5:30pm. Hours may be subject to change.

Position Location

Position Location Hyattsville

Position Summary Information

General Summary

The Collection Technician I requires an individual possessing the abilities and skills to perform a variety of routine tasks relating to wastewater collection system maintenance with experience and basic skills in jet machine operation, closed circuit television operations, or line blockage analysis that take minimal levels of instruction regarding execution and safety while working in a team environment. Mandatory overtime and shift work may be required.

Essential Functions

• Observes safety regulations
• Wears required personal protective equipment
• Follows and enforces recommended safety practices and uses appropriate traffic safety devices such as arrow boards, safety lights, cones and barrels, etc., for traffic flow protection
• Understands the basics of collection system hydraulics
• Prepares vehicle pre-trip inspection forms when, and various work documents, operates and cleans jet or CCTV trucks and related collection system equipment
• Makes customer contact, including required follow-up when blockage events occur
• Makes minor repairs/replacements on manholes, lampholes, clean outs and other collection system structures
• Uses two-way radio, mobile data terminals and LAN terminals to update work status
• Operates power and hand tools as needed to accomplish the work
• Functions as an active and willing team member
• Understands 200' sheets, plumbing cards, plans, and related materials
• Understands the basics of WSSC Water record keeping paperwork

Other Functions

• Assists in the set-up of sewer cleaning or televising equipment
• Assists in the cleaning, CCTVing, line blockage analysis, and related wastewater collection system maintenance
• Assists with or performs the preparation of line blockage analysis reports
• Flags traffic as required
• Assists in performing emergency collection system work as required
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Work Environment And Physical Demands

• Must be capable of lifting objects (up to 90 pounds) on a frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time
• Compliance with safety regulations
• Ability to use required appropriate personal protective equipment
• Capable of working in an environment where there are routine risks of exposures to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, noise, raw sewage and air pollution
• May periodically sustain minor physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, and slight burns
• May involve walking and carrying heavy equipment through difficult terrains such as densely wooded areas, along streams and stream banks, and wetland areas

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Requires ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies, and practices acquired through specific education and/or training
• Ability to work in a limited supervised environment
• Ability to work as a self-starter

Minimum Education, Experience Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid driver's license, with no more than 4 points, and the ability to obtain and maintain a WSSC Water driver's permit within 90 days of hire or transfer date
• Must pass Department of Transportation physical and possess a DOT Medical Card
• Must obtain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License ( CDL ) within 1 year of hire or transfer
• Employees in this position are designated or considered emergency personnel; therefore, the employee must report to work as scheduled or as directed by their supervisor when WSSC Water declares an event that requires emergency personnel to report to work.
• Shift work, on-call, and mandatory overtime may be required
• Note: Employees have 2 years from date of hire or start of position to successfully complete all skills demonstrations and testing requirements to maintain that level. Failure to do so will result in the employee being moved to a position equal to their existing skills and testing level, or they may utilize the internal posting process to obtain another position or be released

Preferences

• N/A

Salary $27.01 - $32.08

EEO Statement

WSSC Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
Reasonable Accommodations: WSSC Water provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances, in accordance with applicable law. Applicants who require assistance or an accommodation during the application or hiring process should contact us [e-mail]

Close Date

Close Date 08/21/2026

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Additional Information

This is a Union position under a collective bargaining agreement represented by AFSCME Local 2898.

All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have a valid driver's license with no more than 4 points and with no restrictions (except eyeglasses/contact lenses)?
  • Yes
  • No
• Will you, now or in the future, require sponsorship for employment visa status?
  • Yes
  • No
• Are you an eligible veteran of any branch of the armed forces who has received an honorable discharge or Certificate of Satisfactory Completion of Military Service, the spouse of an eligible veteran who has a service-connected disability or the surviving spouse of a deceased eligible veteran?
  • Yes
  • No