City of Buffalo is hiring: Sewer Construction Worker #44901101 in Buffalo

Sewer Construction Worker #66050680 (Open Competitive)

Exam Date: 11/01/2025 • Final Filing Date: 10/25/2025

Incumbents to a position in this class perform construction and repair work on sewers, manholes and receivers for the city's sewer systems. Work is performed in accordance with contract plans and specifications and is reviewed by the Sewer Construction Inspector. This position differs from the position of Maintenance Assistant (Sewer Cleaning) in that incumbents must have the knowledge and skill used in construction activities. Incumbents may be on call 24 hours a day. Direct supervision is received from Sewer Maintenance Supervisor I.

Responsibilities

• Constructs and repairs sewers, receivers, manholes, catch basins, tunnel work, connections, etc.
• Mixes concrete and mortar
• Assists in laying brick and sewer pipe, concrete and patching
• Inspects sewers for cave-ins or repairs, performs excavations, shoring, rod burning and cement finishing
• Repairs and replaces street receivers, broken manholes, brick or tile sewers, catch basins, etc.
• Operates air compressors, asphalt breakers, bobcat power winches, cement mixers, water pumps, gas tampers, and other equipment used in the construction or repair of sewers, manholes and receivers
• Drives truck to and from work site
• Prepares detailed reports of work performed
• Performs related duties as required

Qualifications

• Applicants must have two years of full-time experience in sewer maintenance work.
• Special Requirement: Applicants must possess a current Class A or Class B New York State Drivers License at time of appointment and must be maintained during employment.
• Proof of education must be presented at time of appointment.
• Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements.