Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker I

Wastewater Collection Maintenance WorkerPosition Title: Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker I (may underfill to trainee)Job Description: Maintains, cleans, inspects, repairs and tests various sewer lines, collection facilities and pumping sites. May also perform general maintenance duties including the operation of a jackhammer, forming and pouring concrete and asphalt, and operating various types of specialized equipment. May contact public regarding sewer problems.Position Salary Range:Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker Trainee: $20.99Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker I: $22.28 - $29.29This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)Dental, Vision and Life InsurancePaid vacation and personal leaveSix to Twelve weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employmentRetirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annuallyDiscounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal servicesImportant: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice.Key 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.Minimum Qualifications: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.Desired Qualifications:Possession of a valid Utah Commercial Driver's License, Class A or B.Previous experience in waste water system maintenanceWorking Conditions: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 continued contact with raw sewage, biological and chemical wastes and toxic hazards.Intermittent exposure to stress as the result of human behavior.Career Ladder: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.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.Note: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.