Sewer Collection System Maintenance Worker

The City of Reedley is recruiting for one (1) Sewer Collection System Maintenance Worker position in the Public Works Department,  Sewer Division.

This position is in the Public Works Department, Sewer Division and works under the immediate supervision of the Wastewater System Supervisor or assigned designee. This position is in the General Services Bargaining Unit (GSU) and subject to the terms and conditions of employment as specified in the GSU Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and the City's Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual. Please review the job description below for employment requirements.

• Be a team player
• Work well independently
• Be someone who takes initiative
• Have experience in servicing, cleaning, maintenance, and minor repairs of a sewer collection distribution system and associated facilities
• Have experience in the operation of equipment used in collection system maintenance
• Have experience in mechanical maintenance in hydraulic pumps, valves, gasoline powered engines and motors
• Possess a Class B California driver's license with tanker endorsement (required)

It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience that you possess, including all work experience with the City of Reedley. A resume may be attached, but is not a substitute for completing the application.  Failure to submit a completed application with attachments (if required) will disqualify you from consideration for the position.

Applicants are required to apply online at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/reedley

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The successful candidate will be required to undergo additional background clearance checks before the hiring process is complete.

For more information about applying for this position, you may contact Human Resources at (559) 637-4200 ext. 394.

E.O.E.

• Performs a variety of sewer collection maintenance activities such as: servicing/cleaning, CCVC inspection, maintenance and minor sewer line repairs. May perform similar duties on storm drains on occasion when needed.
• Performs servicing/cleaning, maintenance, inspection, monitoring and repair of lift station equipment and facilities.
• Responds to call outs to assist in the maintenance and repairs of equipment, structures, distribution systems, including those in other divisions on occasion when necessary.
• Operates specialized equipment in the maintenance and servicing of the sewer distribution system and associated wastewater structures and facilities, including but not limited to: vacuum jetter truck, rodder, dump truck, hydro-flusher, CCVC equipment, backhoe, front end loader, forklift, tractor and attachments, skid steer, compressor and generator.
• Operates, monitors, maintains, lubricates, inspects and repairs a variety of equipment including but not limited to: motors, pumps, valves, gates, screening equipment, gear boxes, and various other pieces of equipment.
• Works closely with other City personnel in performing duties.
• Materials, tools, methods, practices and equipment used in collection system pipeline servicing/cleaning, maintenance, inspection and minor repairs.
• Basic principles of data recording, record keeping and computer use.
• Basic mathematical principles.
• Follows the City approved safety rules and policies. Informs supervisor of any unsafe conditions, accidents, or injuries.
• Maintains adequate supplies required for the job assignment.
• Maintains all tools and equipment in a clean, safe, and good working condition. Informs supervisor of any lost, missing, or broken tools or equipment.
• Reports all observances of importance to the supervisor.
• Notifies appropriate staff of electrical and instrumentation malfunctions.
• Keeps the appearance of the plant, related facilities and equipment neat and clean.
• Uses, adjusts and maintains for a variety of manual and power operated tools, devises and equipment used in the servicing/cleaning, maintenance, inspection and repairs of the sewer distribution system and associated facilities.
• Writes service orders and maintains accurate records and prepares reports.
• Responds to and investigates customer complaints.
• May be required to perform a variety of other duties as required, such as landscape and grounds maintenance in associated facilities or general building and equipment maintenance, including painting of buildings and equipment, minor repairs and modifications, when collections equipment is down, or when determined to be necessary to assist other divisions or departments for non-routine situations.
• Performs all related duties and responsibilities, as assigned, in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.

• Care, operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical equipment, including pumps, valves, etc.
• Safe driving principles and practices.
• Principles of safe and proper traffic control.
• Principles of confined space entry procedures.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the maintenance of storm water and sewer collections distribution systems and associated fields.
• Safe work practices around gases, electricity and chemicals.

Skill to:

• Operate a wide variety of equipment and tools used in the collection distribution system and associated facilities in a safe and effective manner.
• Operate specialized equipment such as motor vehicles, forklift, backhoe, front loader, tractor and attachments, dump truck, hydro-flusher, vacuum/jetter, CCVC equipment, computers, skid steer.
• Use specialized hand tools and equipment used in storm water and sewer collections distribution systems and associated facilities, grounds, and building maintenance repairs.

Ability to:

• Work independently, organize, schedule and complete projects and minor collection system repairs.
• Perform accurate inspections of the sewer collection distribution system and associated facilities to identify, assess and report any problems.
• Read meters and gauges correctly and to act quickly and competently.
• Ability to read diagrams, maps, and blueprints.
• Ability to keep detailed records and documentation related to their duties.
• Learn operational characteristics of equipment required of this position and follow recommendations in equipment manuals for proper operation and maintenance of equipment.
• Learn materials, methods and practices used in sewer system maintenance.
• Learn policies and operating procedures required by the City.
• Learn occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in sewer system maintenance, including, but not limited to confined spaces, gases, liquids and physical hazards.
• Learn pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations related to the position.
• Make routine repairs and adjustments to equipment being used.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records.
• Learn the City street locations and become familiar with the sewer collection system layout.
• Perform accurate mathematical calculations.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Perform manual labor for extended periods of time in all types of weather.
• Inform Supervisor of required materials needed for assigned projects.
• Work with vendors, contractors and personnel to complete repairs, projects and obtain parts and services necessary for the efficient operation and maintenance of collection systems and associated facilities.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing in the English language.
• Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Experience in the servicing, cleaning, maintenance, and minor repairs of a sewer collection distribution system and associated facilities.
• Experience in the operation of equipment used in collection system maintenance. (Including, but not limited to: Vacuum Jetter truck, gas detector, backhoe, dump truck, sewer rodding equipment, manhole hooks, picks, motors and pumps, etc.)
• Experience in mechanical maintenance in hydraulic pumps, valves, gasoline powered engines and motors.

Education/Training:

• Possession of a High School diploma or GED equivalent.

License or Certificate:

• Class B California driver's license with tanker endorsement.
• First Aid and CPR certificates.
• Certificate of competency in collection system maintenance issued through the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) not mandatory, but preferable.

• Continuous: walking, standing.
• Frequent: bending, stooping, squatting, and climbing, standing.
• Occasional: crouching, sitting, reaching at and above shoulder height, kneeling, balancing above ground, pushing and pulling, twisting at waist, upward and downward flexion of neck, side-to-side turning of neck; lifting of objects weighing up to 75 lbs. form below waist level to above shoulder level, with or without assistance; lifting objects weighing from 76 – 100 lbs. from below waist level to shoulder level, with or without assistance; transporting of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. for distances up to 300 yards, with or without assistance; transporting of objects 26 – 50 lbs. for distances up to 100 feet, with or without assistance; transporting objects weighing 51 – 100 lbs. for distances up to 50 feet, with or without assistance; transporting objects weighing over 100 lbs. for distance up to 50 feet with assistance; hand strength and manual dexterity to grasp and manipulate tools, parts and supplies; fine finger dexterity to operate computer and equipment.
• Infrequent: crawling, lifting of objects weighing over 100 lbs. below and at waist level, with or without assistance.

Vision: See in the normal visual range with or without correction; vision sufficient to read computer screens, printed documents, meter-reading equipment, dials, and gauges and to operate vehicles and equipment; color vision acuity.

Hearing: Hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

Environment: Exposure to noise, heat and vibration of plant machinery and other equipment; mechanical and electrical hazards of operating equipment; fumes and odors of sewage, chemicals, and gases; explosive materials/environments; confined spaces; toxic substances such as chemicals, cleaners, solvents, and gases; all types of weather and temperature conditions; health hazards such as bacteria and viruses; traffic hazards. Work and/or walk for long periods of time on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain. Work environment is informal, team-oriented, having both routine and variable tasks with variable pace and pressure. Work is performed mainly outdoors in the City streets and alleyways. Occasionally, work will be performed both indoors and outdoors in the plant area and collateral facilities.

May be assigned to work any shift, varying hours, overtime, weekends, stand-by and holidays.

Subject to 24-hour emergency callbacks to assist Wastewater Treatment Plant Operators and respond to sewer collection distribution problems.

Safety regulations prohibit incumbents from wearing contact lenses when working with certain chemicals, or from wearing beards or other facial hair that prevents a proper respirator fit as required depending on work assignment. Must pass annual respirator physical and fit testing depending on work assignment.

Subject to required immunizations.

Salary : $51,859 - $63,036