Utility Technician

Hopewell; Hopewell (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hopewell is seeking a dedicated Sewer Maintenance Worker to respond to sewer stoppages on citizen properties and perform sewer line cleaning. You will assist the Utility Inspector, Public Works, plumbers, and contractors with locating lines, dye testing, smoke testing and CCTV inspections.

Primary duties include operating Vactor and Jet trucks, maintaining records in the GIS, and performing routine equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months experience in sewer-related position.
• Able to read sewer maps and GIS.
• CDL-B with Tank endorsement.
• VA DOT work zone traffic control certification within six months of hire.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Knowledge of traffic safety in public right-of-way.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Vactor and Jet trucks and equipment during sewer line cleaning, stoppages and backups.
• Maintain documentation records for line cleaning and sewer stoppages using the City GIS.
• Perform routine maintenance on Vactor and Jet trucks and assist with pump station maintenance.
• Smoke and dye testing sewer lines.
• Assist the Utility Inspector with CCTV work using crawler or push cameras.

Skills

Driving

Equipment operation

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Description

Performs sewer line cleaning for the City sewers, responding to emergency sewer stoppages at citizen's properties. Assisting the Utility Inspector with citizen's request, Public Works, Plumbers and contractors to help locate sewer lines, dye testing, smoke testing and CCTV inspections.

Performs sewer line cleaning for the City sewers, responding to emergency sewer stoppages at citizen's properties. Assisting the Utility Inspector with citizen's request, Public Works, Plumbers and contractors to help locate sewer lines, dye testing, smoke testing and CCTV inspections.

Examples of Duties

• Operating the Vactor and the Jet trucks and equipment during sewer line cleaning, sewer stoppages and sewer backups. Requires a Commercial Driver's Class B License with Tank endorsement.
• Maintaining documentation records for line cleaning and sewer stoppages using the City GIS.
• Performing routine maintenance work on the Vactor and Jet trucks as well as assisting with pump station maintenance when needed.
• Smoke and dye testing sewer lines.
• Assisting the Utility Inspector with CCTV work using the crawler camera or the push camera.

Typical Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Ability to read, write and understand oral/written instructions in English and at least 6 months experience in sewer related position.
• Ability to read sewer maps and GIS.
• High school diploma preferred.
• Maintenance skills on pumps a plus.

Licenses And/or Certifications

• Commercial Driver's License B with Tank endorsement.
• VA DOT work zone traffic control certification within six months of hire.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of equipment used in assigned unit
• Knowledge of work methods and techniques
• Must have knowledge of traffic safety, as most work will be performed in the public right-of-way.

Skills:

• Skill in driving vehicles and operating equipment.
• Basic computer skills

Abilities:

• Requires the ability to lift and move heavy objects, i.e. removing and replacing manhole lids, removing and connecting pipe sections to and from the Vactor suction line.
• The ability to work independently and as a team with limited supervision.
• Must be able to communicate problems as maintenance is performed.

Other requirements:

• Must be available to work on-call on a rotating basis, to respond to emergencies such as sewer stoppages and or minor repairs after regular work hours.

Supplemental Information

Work Environment

• Worker is exposed to outdoor weather conditions, extreme noise, odors, heights, dust, fumes, and hazardous materials such as oil, coolants, gasoline, hydraulic fluid, and raw sewage.

Essential Physical Activities

• Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception.
• If job requires frequent lifting, typical weight handled: up to 75lbs.

For more information on benefits provided by the City of Hopewell, please visit the link below:

https://hopewellva.gov/202/Benefits-Plans