Responsible for the maintenance and construction of sewer lines throughout the city.
Definition
- Responsible for the maintenance and construction of sewer lines throughout the city.
Essential Functions
- Operates light to medium-sized motorized equipment such as dump truck, bobcat, backhoe, mowing tractors, front-end loader and combo flushing truck in the performance of construction maintenance or repair of water and wastewater lines
- Performs manual and semi-skilled tasks incidental to equipment operation such as locating and repairing water or sewer lines, laying new water or sewer lines, mowing and maintenance of sewer easements
- Inspects and checks operation of equipment before and after use and reports problems to supervisor; performs minor equipment maintenance activities
- Performs various skilled duties using hand tools such as a pick and shovel to locate underground water and sewer lines
- Operates power tools such as target saw to cut pipe and hydraulic jack hammer to break up concrete
- Performs duties in a confined space such as manholes and trenches
- Responsible for on-call after hours emergencies for sewer chokes, sewer line repairs, investigation of customer complaints, etc. on a rotating basis
Additional Duties
- Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications/Acceptable Equivalency
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- One year of experience in water utilities field operations
- Must possess a valid Class "A" CDL or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment
OR
- Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job
Core Competencies
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
- Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance
- Ability to read and understand reference books and complicated procedures such as utility plans and equipment operation manuals
Conditions Of Employment
- Must possess or be able to obtain a Class I Wastewater Certification within 1 year of employment
- Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security verification number
- Must pass a physical examination
- Must be able to work Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 3:30pm
- Must be able to work on-call shifts and overtime as needed
Preferences
- Bilingual in Spanish and English.
- Prior one year of experience in wastewater collections or related field