WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM TECHNICIAN I/II

City of Riverside; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Riverside is seeking Wastewater Collection System Technician I/II to support the Wastewater Collection Division of the Public Works Department. The roles involve preventive maintenance, sewer cleaning, and repair tasks across the city’s sewer network, with progression from I to II based on experience and certifications.

Entry and journey levels are offered with corresponding salary ranges. A successful candidate will hold or obtain CWEA certifications and a valid California driver’s

Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED (or equivalent).
• One year of experience in customer service, general construction, collections, or related field for Technician I.
• Licenses and certifications: Grade I CWEA within 12 months; Class C license and Class B license within 6 months (Class A for some positions).
• Technician II requires Grade II CWEA and Class B license (and sometimes Class A).

Responsibilities

• Operate and use equipment for preventive maintenance and cleaning of sanitary sewers and storm drains.
• Locate, excavate, maintain and repair sewer lines; identify problems.
• Build and repair manholes; raise and lower manholes.
• Lead a two-person crew in minor sewer maintenance and repair operations (Technician II).
• Maintain records of work performed and use electronic devices for reporting.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

High School graduation or GED

Job description

WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM TECHNICIAN I/II

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Wastewater Collection System Technician I/II to fill one (1) vacancy in the Wastewater Collection Division of the Public Works Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

The City of Riverside Public Works Department operates and maintains 820 miles of gravity main sewers, 414 miles of city-owned sewer laterals, approximately 16,000 manholes, and 20 wastewater pump stations.

Wastewater Collection System Technician I performs a variety of basic, unskilled, and semi-skilled tasks in construction, maintenance, and repair of sanitary sewers and storm drains.

Wastewater Collection System Technician II performs a variety of unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled tasks in construction, maintenance, and repair of sanitary sewers and storm drains.

$63,792.00 - $81,300.00 Annually – Entry level

$68,400.00 - $87,288.00 Annually – Journey level

Typical duties may include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:

When working as a Wastewater Collection Technician I:

• Operate and use general equipment in preventive maintenance and emergency cleaning of sanitary sewers and storm drains; remove damaged or broken lateral or sewer lines and; water jet sewer lines and other wastewater and storm drain systems throughout the City.
• Locate, excavate, maintain and repair sewer lines; identify problems and determine issues and concerns.
• Build and repair manholes; raise and lower manholes.
• Operate and use a jackhammer adhering to safety standards and protocols; pour and finish concrete.
• Safely operate and maintain a variety of equipment used for cleaning and maintaining sewers or storm drains.
• Use a computer, cellular phone, tablet or similar electronic device.
• Spray and apply insecticide in manholes and pipelines for cockroach and other pest control.
• Maintain, prepare, and draft routine records; ensure accurate tracking of work completed.
• Use self-contained breathing apparatus, as required.
• Answer and respond to calls from residents having problems with wastewater collection systems; perform all work associated with handling submitted issues and system deficiencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

When working as a Wastewater Collection Technician II:

• Operate and use a hydrojet, vactor, and truck in preventive maintenance and emergency cleaning of sanitary sewers; remove damaged lines and pipes.
• Locate, excavate, maintain and repair sewer lines; identify problems and determine issues and concerns.
• Build and repair manholes; raise and lower manholes.
• Operate and use a jackhammer adhering to safety standards and protocols; pour and finish concrete.
• Safely operate and maintain a variety of equipment used for cleaning and maintaining sewers or storm drains.
• Spray and apply insecticide in manholes and pipelines for cockroach and other pest control.
• Maintain, prepare, and draft routine records; ensure accurate tracking of work completed.
• Use self-contained breathing apparatus, as required.
• Lead a two-person crew in minor sewer maintenance and repair operations; act as lead when requested or required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Use a computer, cellular phone, tablet, or similar electronic device.

Recruitment Guidelines

Wastewater Collection System Technician I

Education and Experience:

Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

Experience: One (1) year of experience in customer service, general construction, collections, or another related field.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of a Grade I Collection System Certification from the California Water Environment Association within 12 months of employment.

Possession of a valid, appropriate Class “C” California Motor Vehicle License and possession of a valid class B California Motor Vehicle Operator's License within 6 months of employment. Some positions may additionally require the possession of a class A license.

Wastewater Collection System Technician II

Education and Experience:

Education: High School graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).

Experience: One (1) year of experience performing tasks in the construction, maintenance and repair of sanitary sewers and storm drains or as a Wastewater Collection System Technician I.

Licenses and Certifications:

Possession of an appropriate, valid class B California Motor Vehicle Operator's License. Some assignments may additionally require the possession of a class A license.

Possession of a Grade II Collection System Certification from the California Water Environment Association.

Highly Desirable Qualification

Experience in the operation and maintenance of all aspects of wastewater collection systems and equipment.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions (both)

Work is done inside and outside in the field with exposure to inclement weather, hazards, chemicals, equipment, construction materials, wastewater, and fumes. Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives and will provide professional customer service.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION

• Completed Employment Application
• Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
• Current Collection Systems Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (must be scanned and attached to the online application), if applicable.

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

The City of Riverside does not provide sponsorship for employment-based work visas. Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

An exception may be made if the selected candidate is eligible to work in the United States as a USMCA professional in the TN nonimmigrant classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE: The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

1. An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at Members – NACES or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
2. An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.