Wastewater & Stormwater Equipment Operator

City of Richland; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Richland, Washington, seeks a semi-skilled worker to assist in maintaining the wastewater and stormwater systems, operating heavy equipment (backhoes, dump trucks, jet/vac trucks, TV trucks) under supervision.

Requirements: high school diploma or GED, one year of wastewater/stormwater experience, and a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement. Wages start at $31.80–$36.67 per hour, with potential after-hours/weekend work and city benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of experience in wastewater or stormwater, and/or underground utility construction, maintenance, and/or repair.
• CDL Class A with tanker endorsement required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment including backhoes, dump trucks, jet/vac trucks and TV trucks under supervision.
• Performs semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of the City's wastewater and stormwater systems.
• Operates computer equipment and software for assigned tasks.
• Performs work functions at the Waste Compost Facility and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Reading and following instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year wastewater/stormwater experience

CDL Class A with tanker endorsement

Job description

City of Richland, Washington, seeks a semi-skilled worker to assist in maintaining the wastewater and stormwater systems, operating heavy equipment (backhoes, dump trucks, jet/vac trucks, TV trucks) under supervision.

Requirements: high school diploma or GED, one year of wastewater/stormwater experience, and a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement. Wages start at $31.80–$36.67 per hour, with potential after-hours/weekend work and city benefits.