Wastewater Collections Lead Operator

• Leads in the safe removal of storm water and sewer blockages, and follows a preventative maintenance program.
• Leads with the installation and/or repair of the storm water and sewer pipelines and related structures.
• Operates JET-VAC combo truck, sweeper, CCTV equipment, backhoe, loader, skid steer, dump trucks, and other various heavy equipment and hand tools.
• Maintains and lubricates automotive and field equipment. Makes minor repairs as needed.
• Leads in the setup and execution of traffic control devices.
• Leads with the inspection of the storm water and sewer collection systems with the use of CCTV equipment.
• Leads the cleaning, maintenance, operation, construction, and restoration of the storm water and sewer collection systems as directed.
• Responds to customer requests.
• Understands operations of flood irrigation. May be required to work weekend and holidays during irrigation schedule.
• Responds to emergency calls on a 24-hour basis while on-call duty as specified in the Springville City Personnel Handbook.
• Leads confined entries and follows proper protocol.
• Leads and performs proper trenching and shoring when necessary.
• Leads other members of a crew in various work assignments.
• Follows the Springville City Public Works safety program.
• Works well with and assists other departments as needed.
• Various computer skills for daily, weekly, and monthly reports. (Excel, Word, Esri, etc.)
• Able to follow and implement instructions.
• Able to solve various problems/issues while in the field.
• Assumes responsibility for the department in the absence of the Superintendent.
• Maintains and promotes a positive work environment.
• Able to meet and communicate with inspectors and contractors.

All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid Utah driver's license.
• Must have four (4) years of combined work experience in the operation and maintenance of wastewater or storm water collection systems, or equivalent related underground utility experience.

Additional Desired Qualifications:

• Management skills including planning and organizing, problem analysis and decision-making, time management, leadership, and interpersonal sensitivity.
• Training and experience in trench excavation and shoring work practices and procedures.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to provide the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the essential functions of the job will be considered.

Certification Requirements:

• Utah Grade III or IV Unrestricted Certified Wastewater Collections Operator as of hire date.
• NASSCO certification within six (6) months of hire date.
• Valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement within six (6) months of hire date.
• Traffic Control Supervisor Certificate within twelve (12) months of hire date.
• Confined Space certification within twelve (12) months of hire date.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

Must be able to:

• Perform all the necessary repair and installation work on wastewater/storm water pipelines.
• Lead a skilled work crew.
• Read and understand written and oral instructions.
• Be available for on-call status.
• Perform routine maintenance of pumps and motors.
• Work outdoors in all types of weather.
• Assist in preparing a year-to-year operations budget.
• Work well with the public while carrying out job functions.

This position requires the employee to be able to:

• Work in all weather conditions associated with wastewater and storm water.
• Lift to 75 pounds regularly, climb ladders, enter manholes, boxes, open trenches, and other underground utilities.
• Have enough physical strength and agility to perform required work.