Wastewater Collection Technician I/II — Field Specialist

Water Otter Job Board; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Riverside is hiring Wastewater Collection System Technician I/II in the Public Works Department. These roles support maintenance and repair of sanitary sewers and storm drains across the city, with Technician I as entry level and Technician II as journey level, offering varied field work and opportunities for skill development.

Technician I requires GED and one year of related experience; Technician II requires appropriate Class B license and CWEA Grade II certification.

Qualifications

• High School graduation or GED required.
• One year of related experience for Technician I.
• Possession of CWEA Grade I within 12 months; CA Class C license and Class B license within 6 months; some positions may require Class A.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment for sewer/storm drain cleaning and repairs.
• Locate, excavate, repair, and replace sewer lines and manholes.
• Record work and communicate issues to supervisor; use computers and tablets as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication

Manual dexterity

Education

High School graduation or GED

Tools

Hydrojet

Vactor

Jackhammer

Concrete finishing

Computer usage

Job description

The City of Riverside is hiring Wastewater Collection System Technician I/II in the Public Works Department. These roles support maintenance and repair of sanitary sewers and storm drains across the city, with Technician I as entry level and Technician II as journey level, offering varied field work and opportunities for skill development.

Technician I requires GED and one year of related experience; Technician II requires appropriate Class B license and CWEA Grade II certification.