Salt Lake City Corporation
Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II (may underfill to Worker I or Traine
Salt Lake City Corporation, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84101
Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker
Position Title: Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II (may underfill to Worker I or Trainee) Job Description: 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. Position Hourly Range: Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II: $24.36 - $32.02 Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker I: $22.28 - $29.29 Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker Trainee: $20.99 This position is eligible for full city benefits, including: Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city) Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Paid vacation and personal leave 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k) A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services Important: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice. Key Responsibilities: Works with various crews to clean sewer lines, inspect and repair facilities, and administer root-killing foam. 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 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. Conducts confined space and lock out/tag out evaluations in compliance with all local, state and federal safety regulations and completion of necessary permits. 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. Minimum Qualifications: Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II: 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. Working 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: Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker I: 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. Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker Trainee: 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.
Position Title: Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II (may underfill to Worker I or Trainee) Job Description: 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. Position Hourly Range: Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II: $24.36 - $32.02 Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker I: $22.28 - $29.29 Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker Trainee: $20.99 This position is eligible for full city benefits, including: Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city) Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Paid vacation and personal leave 6-12 weeks of paid parental leave available Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k) A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services Important: Early application submittal is encouraged. This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time without notice. Key Responsibilities: Works with various crews to clean sewer lines, inspect and repair facilities, and administer root-killing foam. 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 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. Conducts confined space and lock out/tag out evaluations in compliance with all local, state and federal safety regulations and completion of necessary permits. 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. Minimum Qualifications: Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker II: 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. Working 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: Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker I: 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. Wastewater Collection Maintenance Worker Trainee: 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.