Wastewater Collection Field Technician

Ellensburg Washington; Ellensburg (WA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Ellensburg is hiring a Collection Serviceperson in the Wastewater Treatment Facility within the Public Works Department. The role performs semi-skilled and skilled inspection and maintenance on the city's storm and sanitary sewer system.

Responsibilities include operating hydraulic jet and root saw, inspecting lines, mapping locations, and assisting with seal coating and on-call duties. Requires CDL (Class B) and two years of heavy equipment experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Two years of experience operating heavy equipment including backhoe and laying pipe.

Responsibilities

• Maintain collection lines, inspect flows, clean as needed, and remove debris.
• Use TV inspection to detect infiltration, locate taps, and inspect line condition.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Backhoe operation

Pipe laying

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

TV inspection equipment

Computer database

Hydraulic jet equipment

Job description

City of Ellensburg is hiring a Collection Serviceperson in the Wastewater Treatment Facility within the Public Works Department. The role performs semi-skilled and skilled inspection and maintenance on the city's storm and sanitary sewer system.

Responsibilities include operating hydraulic jet and root saw, inspecting lines, mapping locations, and assisting with seal coating and on-call duties. Requires CDL (Class B) and two years of heavy equipment experience.