Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II (may underfill at a level I or Trainee)
Salt Lake City Corporation
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Job summary
Salt Lake City Corporation is seeking a Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II (may underfill at a level I or Trainee) for the Public Utilities department in Salt Lake City, UT. The role involves field maintenance, inspections, and operation of sewer systems and related equipment.
The job offers a path from Trainee to Worker II with wage scales shown in the pay plan and opportunities for certification, safety training, and advancement within the City.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience in wastewater or heavy labor preferred.
- Valid Utah CDL Class A license within six months of hire.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor and lift under outdoor conditions.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and clean sewer lines using hand tools, power tools, and rodding equipment.
- Inspect sewer lines and systems with television equipment and sound devices.
- Operate heavy equipment and assist with safety compliance and traffic control.
- Prepare permits, records, and reports related to maintenance activities.
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Job description
Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II (may underfill at a level I or Trainee)
AFSCME
- Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker Trainee: Entry: $21.57
- Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker I: Entry: $22.89
1 Year: $25.72
3 Years: $30.10 - Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II: Entry: $25.03
1 Year: $28.12
3 Years: $32.90
Public Utilities
Salt Lake City, UT
Salt Lake City Corporation offers a comprehensive benefits package primarily for full-time employees. Eligibility varies by employment status. Explore Salt Lake City employee benefits, or use our Total Compensation Calculator to estimate the overall value of pay and benefits.
We want to recognize the experience you bring. Please include all education and work experience relevant to this position in your application and resume. If those don’t fully capture your experience, you may attach an additional document describing your previous roles, dates of employment, hours worked, and duties.
If you are selected, we’ll use this information to determine your starting pay. For eligible positions, your prior experience may also qualify you for a higher leave accrual rate under the City’s Prior Service Leave Accrual Procedure.
Open until filled: We encourage you to apply early. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.
Performs all duties involved in the operations and maintenance of the wastewater collections system. Maintains, cleans, inspects, repairs, tests and records through specialized TV video inspection equipment various sewer lines, collection facilities and pumping sites. May also perform the duties of a Wastewater Collection Maintenance Lead Worker or be responsible for a single function such as safety compliance. This position involves public contact, and some training responsibilities.
- Maintains and cleans sewer lines through the use of hand and power tools, high pressure equipment and mechanical rodders.
- Inspects various sewer lines and systems with television equipment, in person and with sound equipment.
- May locate lines with various types of electronic, manual and other types of equipment or through the use of maps, charts and plat information. May install sewer main connections and repair broken sewer lines.
- Tests various lines with specialized equipment. May operate sealing equipment under close supervision.
- Performs maintenance on sewer equipment and system.
- Raises and seals manholes, including pouring of concrete, directing traffic away from work area and informing general public of sewer operations. <
- Inspects and maintains sewer pumping facilities. May clean pumps, fuel generators and perform maintenance duties inside or adjacent to pump stations.
- May inspect and repair various types of small pumps (less than 25 horsepower), telemetry and electrodes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains and cleans sewer lines using hand tools, power tools, high-pressure equipment and mechanical rodders.
- Inspects various sewer lines and systems with television equipment. May make minor adjustments and repairs to equipment. May use sound and personal inspections to check sewer lines.
- Locates plugged lines. Locates other lines with various types of equipment including electronic, manual and sound sensing tools. Uses various types of maps, charts, plats and diagrams. Under supervision, administers root-killing foam to collection Systems.
- Tests various lines with equipment. Operates and directs sealing equipment and makes recommendations for replacements, sealings or changes in maintenance schedules. Installs sewer mains and repair broken sewer lines.
- Consults with various persons in the department regarding sewer problems and maintenance schedules.
- Raises and seals manholes, including the pouring and forming of concrete, use of hot asphalt and tar, and directing traffic from general area. Informs public of problems and suggested solutions. Concrete work may include driveways, and curb and gutter.
- Inspects and maintains sewer pumping facilities. May clean pumps and fuel generators, and perform maintenance duties inside or adjacent to pump stations. May operate high-pressure equipment, television inspection truck or other specialized equipment.
- May inspect and repair various types of small pumps (less than 25 horsepower), telemetry and electrodes.
- Trains new employees in job duties, safety requirements and departmental policies and procedures. Rotates to different crews or fills in for absence, responds to emergency calls.
- Works with various crews to clean sewer lines, inspect and repair facilities, and administer root-killing foam. Installs special wye connections for new services and installs new pipe to grade. Performs minor concrete work.
- Operates specialized equipment such as high pressure cleaning truck, vacuum trucks, TV inspection equipment and rodding machines. Operates dump trucks, frontend loaders, forklifts, compressors and related heavy equipment as required. May operate backhoe in the absence of the lead worker or in emergency situations or for training purposes.
- May be responsible for completing all necessary permits for confined space entry, trenching and shoring, and hot work. Trains and instructs new workers in all aspects of the job. Completes necessary work orders, computerized video inspection reports and other pertinent records.
- Reports to crew lead worker and supervisors the progress and problems of crews and assigned programs. May discuss specifications and make recommendations to supervisors.
- Conducts confined space and lock out/tag out evaluations in compliance with all local, state and federal safety regulations and completion of necessary permits. Has authority to stop work if safety standards are not met, and may hold responsibility for compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
- Notifies general public regarding sewer problems and may respond to various complaints.
- May perform duties of a Wastewater Collection Lead Maintenance Worker in his/her absence.
- Performs all the duties of a Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker.
- Performs other duties as required.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent, and one year paid work experience performing general maintenance or heavy labor.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor and lifting under extreme working conditions, in a confined area and in contact with untreated sewage.
- Ability to fit through a street opening (manhole).
- Possession of a valid driver’s license or driving privilege card.
- Possession of a valid Utah Commercial Driver's License, Class A or B.
- Previous experience in waste water system maintenance.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent, and 12 months experience in water or wastewater system maintenance. Six months experience as a SLC Public Utilities Department Waste Water Collection Maintenance Worker Trainee may be substituted for the foregoing experience requirement.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor and lifting under extreme working conditions in a confined area and in contact with untreated sewage.
- Ability to fit through a street opening (manhole).
- Ability to relate well with supervisors, the general public, and co-workers.
- Possession of a valid Utah Commercial Driver's License, Class A and compliance with UDOT physical requirements.
- Must be able to obtain a Utah Pesticide Applicators License within six months of hire.
- Ability to wear respiratory protection devices.
- Working knowledge of departmental policies, procedures, sewer systems, methods of maintenance and operating requirements.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent plus three years’ experience in wastewater systems maintenance or two years’ experience as a Waste Water Collection Maintenance Worker I. One year general water works maintenance or construction experience may be substituted for one year of experience.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor and lifting under extreme working conditions, in a confined area and in contact with untreated sewage.
- Certification required in Confined Space Entry, Trenching and Shoring (Competent person as defined by OSHA), and Flagging and Traffic Control Device Placement.
- Ability to fit through a street opening (manhole).
- Ability to supervise a small crew.
- Working knowledge of wastewater collection systems, and routine maintenance and repair procedures.
- Possession of a valid Utah Commercial Driver's License, Class A and compliance with UDOT physical requirements.
- Must be able to obtain a Utah Pesticide Applicators License within six months of hire. Ability to wear respiratory protection devices.
- Ability to work well with co-workers, supervisors and the general public under adverse circumstances.
- Possession of Wastewater Collection Operator Grade II certification or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire.
- Continuous pushing, pulling or lifting of heavy weights. Continuously difficult working conditions; risk of bodily injury relatively great and could occur. Subject to year round outside weather conditions and extreme hazards, including continual contact with raw sewage, biological and chemical wastes and toxic discharges.
- Intermittent stress as the result of human behavior.
After six months of successful performance as a Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker Trainee, incumbent may be advanced to WW Collection Maintenance Worker I or WW Lift Station Worker provided incumbent possesses a valid Utah CDL and based upon the supervisor/manager recommendation, review by Human Resources, and Department Director approval.
After two years of successful performance as a Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker I, incumbent may be advanced to WW Collection Maintenance Worker II based upon the supervisor/manager recommendation, review by Human Resources, and Department Director approval.
Persons employed in this position must pass a physical examination which shows the ability to perform heavy manual labor. Persons in this classification: 1) Are subject to callback and overtime. 2) Are subject to continual exposure to raw sewage and various types of disease. 3) Should consult with their physician on whether immunizations/vaccinations are advisable.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
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