Public Works Sewer Maintenance Worker I/II

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Job Duties and Responsibilities
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• Performs manual labor and used hand tools to supplement equipment operations
• Assists in snow removal and pretreating of City streets, sidewalks and bridges
• Assist in the operation of hydraulic and mechanical cleaning of sewer mains and related structures
• Assist in the operation of finding and correcting sources of infiltration and inflow into the collection system using television inspection equipment, smoke injection, flood water dye testing and physical inspection techniques
• Performs storm and sanitary sewer infrastructure locates per Iowa Municipal Code and City standards
• Assist confined space entries into the collection system to effect flow meter installation, repairs, inspections and cleaning of system as necessary
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices
• Attends work regularly at the designated place and time
• Supports continuous process improvement initiatives
• Performs related work as required

• Performs the installation, maintenance and repair of manholes, catch basins, storm and sanitary sewer mains
• Patches holes in streets and City right of ways using a combination of asphalt, concrete, Portland cement concrete and granular backfill
• Assists in the operation of hydraulic and mechanical cleaning of sewer mains and related structures
• Assists in the operation of finding and correcting sources of infiltration and inflow into the collection system
• Performs emergency and routine operations of pumps and associated equipment during times of flooding and sanitary sewer surcharge outside of normal work hours
• Operates dump truck and other equipment to haul, load and unload construction equipment and material to and from job site
• Performs confined space entries into collection system to effect flow meter installation, repairs, inspections and cleaning as necessary
• Assists in snow removal and pretreating of City streets, sidewalks and bridges
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures and safety practices
• Attends work regularly at the designated place and time
• Supports continuous process improvement initiatives
• Performs related work as required

Qualifications

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Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED and
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population

• Valid Driver’s License
• Class A with tanker and air brake endorsements within one year of hire
• Ability to work overtime and flexible shifts with short notice
• Ability to report to work within 30 minutes for emergencies and stand-by responsibilities.

• Experience with asphalt, carpentry, concrete, forestry, traffic signage, construction, sewer or related work or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience

• High School Diploma or GED and
• One year experience in maintenance or operation of a storm and sanitary sewer collection system or related construction field or
• An equivalent combination of education and/or experience
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse population

• Valid Driver’s License Class A with appropriate endorsements and valid Medical Examiners certificate
• State of Iowa Certification (Grade I) in collection systems
• Ability to work overtime and flexible shifts with short notice
• Ability to report to work within 30 minutes for emergencies and stand-by responsibilities
• Confined Space Training and Trench Safety Training

• SPOT training (Snowplow Operating Training)

Supplemental Information

Work Schedule

• Monday - Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm; Rotating on-call requirements every 8-10 weeks (about 5 weeks/year)

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
The City of Cedar Rapids is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All job applicants will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability and genetic information (including family medical history).

Applicants with Disabilities
We respect and value people with disabilities and are committed to providing a workplace culture of disability inclusion. People with disabilities are supported during the hiring process and are encouraged to apply for employment with the City of Cedar Rapids. In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to those in need of assistance with the application and interview process. To request an accommodation, contact the City's Human Resources department by phone at 319-286-5000 or by email at hr@cedar-rapids.org.

We offer benefits and beyond for our employees and their families!

The City of Cedar Rapids provides outstanding pay, benefits, time off, including:

• Medical co-insurance for participating providers of 90% plan / 10% employee
• Competitive pay
• Iowa Public Employee’s Retirement Pension plans (IPERS) with a 9.44% City contribution and 6.29% employee contribution
• 457 deferred compensation employer match program (City will match up to 0.05% of your annual income each calendar year—learn more here.)
• Flexible Spending (Health Care and Dependent Care Accounts- learn more here)
• An average of 11 paid holidays per year
• Up to $3,000 per year in educational assistance
• 4 weeks of paid parental leave
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness – (The PSLF program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments while working full-time for a qualifying employer. See more info here. )
• Annual pay increases
• Fiscal year pay increases as determined by bargaining contract
• Employees are eligible for longevity pay after 5 years of continuous service
• 100% City paid basic life insurance
• Dental, vision, long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
• View our Bargaining Benefits Summaries
• Expansive job growth opportunities
• Commitment to professional development
• Private health & wellness coaching partnerships