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Wastewater Collections Operator I / Trainee

Bullhead City, Arizona

Bullhead, AZ | Full Time

$53k-72k (estimate)

3 Months Ago

Wastewater Collections Operator I / Trainee

$53k-72k (estimate)

Full Time 3 Months Ago

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Bullhead City, Arizona is Hiring a Wastewater Collections Operator I / Trainee Near Bullhead, AZ

STATEMENT OF THE JOB

Members of the Collections System Operators Group are responsible for performing a variety of technical duties to support and ensure proper operation of the city’s wastewater collection systems and may perform duties relating to the operation, maintenance, and repair of other utilities systems as necessary. All classifications in this group must be able to perform the essential functions below. The differences between classifications are the level of mastery of the essential functions, the degree of supervision required when performing these functions, certifications acquired, and the amount of lead direction provided to others.

Wastewater Collections System Operator I: Journey-level class. The Technician works under general supervision, independently performing essential functions.
Wastewater Collections System Operator II : Advanced-level class. The Technician works without supervision, independently performing all essential functions.
Wastewater Collections System Operator III : Expert-level class. The Technician works independently and has mastered the knowledge and skills needed to perform the essential functions as well as additional tasks such as cross-connection control.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE/LICENSING & TRAINING

Classification

Minimum Education

Licenses Required

Supplemental required training will be provided by the City

Wastewater Collections System Operator I

High School Diploma or GED

Valid State Issued Commercial Driver's License
ADEQ Wastewater Collections System Operator Grade 1

Wastewater Collections System Operator II

High School Diploma or GED

Valid State Issued Commercial Driver's License
ADEQ Wastewater Collections System Operator Grade 2
Cross-Connection Control Certificate

Wastewater Collections System Operator III

High School Diploma or GED

Valid State Issued Commercial Driver's License
ADEQ Wastewater Collections System Operator Grade 3
Cross-Connection Control Certificate

Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Operates the Wastewater Collections and treatment systems.
Performs routine to complex tasks associated with utilities equipment. This includes lubrication; cleaning; adjustment of pumps, valves and floats; and recording and logging readings, gauge readings and observed conditions.
Exercising Collections system lift stations generators, and operating odor control equipment.
Monitors Wastewater quality and collects flow data; collects samples of Wastewater for lab analysis; performs routine tests on samples; adheres to chain of custody protocols and ADEQ sampling requirements.
Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots pumps and motors, hydro-rangers and SCADA equipment.
Inspects and ensures proper operation of equipment; reads meters, gauges, and instruments; reports and records any failures or operating difficulties.
Locates and marks underground water, wastewater, and storm drainage infrastructure.
Assists with customer service requests and provides excellent customer service; responds to questions and complaints from the public.
Monitors system conditions using computer, SCADA, and other remote monitoring systems.
Organizes work assignments and sets priorities.
Prepares and maintains records of work performed and materials used.
Responds to emergency callouts and resides within a 30 minute response time to the central operations facility.
Checks job sites for potential hazards; ensures appropriate traffic control; understands and adheres to all applicable safety rules, regulations, practices, or procedures.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the department’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
Performs and/or assists with construction and repair work and operates construction equipment as necessary.
Performs and/or assists with work on all utility systems and related equipment as necessary.
Represents the City with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

City policies and procedures.
Concepts, materials and terminology related to utilities systems.
Federal, state and local requirements pertaining to public utilities systems.
Equipment used to operate, maintain, and repair utilities systems.
Methods, techniques, parts, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of lift stations and collection systems.
Cross connection control and backflow prevention, system valve operation and maintenance, pressure regulation and fluid dynamics.
Computer programs, including SCADA, used in utilities operations.
Safe operation and inspection of various trucks and construction equipment.
Techniques for concrete installation and electrical installation used in and around lift stations.
Must have a strong working knowledge of confined space entry, trench safety and working from extreme heights.
Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
Record keeping practices, both electronic and hard copy.
Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds, in person and over the telephone.
Best practices for project management and providing lead direction (Collections Operator III only).

SKILL IN:

Maintaining effective communication and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Identifying and resolving operational, technical and procedural problems.
Preparing clear written and verbal reports.
Planning and determining priorities.
Contributing to the accomplishment of work group goals, objectives and activities.
Safely and effectively using and maintaining hand tools, power tools, and heavy equipment related to the work.
Operating utilities equipment, systems, and infrastructure.
Operating measurement tools, sampling equipment, and laboratory instrumentation.
Operating and maintaining pumps, motors, valves, air relief valves, PRV’s and control systems.
Performing general maintenance work, individually or as a member of a crew, in various areas.
Reading and interpreting plans, maps and instructions.
Using GIS and SCADA as applied to utilities systems.
Understanding and following oral and written directions.
Maintaining accurate records of work performed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Specific hearing abilities include ability to hold conversation with others by telephone, in person and over radio equipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be subject to exposure to hazardous materials, moving mechanical parts, fumes, odors, gases, poor ventilation, extreme temperatures, work space restrictions, intense noises and travel. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately noisy.