The purpose of this position is to ensure the sewer meter stations are working properly, diagnose sewer line problems and coordinate sewer system maintenance contract efforts in support of the Water/Sewer Supervisor(s). Employees in this classification perform skilled technical operations and maintenance work. Position is responsible for collecting flow pressure and alarm data; televising sewer lines; performing tests and reporting results; maintaining manholes; deploying portable meters, conducting field operations related to I&I studies; and maintaining meter calibrations and meter stations. Additional responsibilities include operation and maintenance of SCADA system, pump station(s) and related utility security alarm systems; development of annual sanitary sewer project requirements for the CIP; review of technical specifications as necessary to ensure compliance with current standards; and performance of research on products and equipment that are identified in the specifications. Must carry a town cell phone at all times and be available/on-call on a 24/7 basis, as directed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the operation, maintenance, repair and upgrades as needed to the SCADA system. This includes monitoring and responding to alarms as needed.

2. Maintains video inspection equipment and recording devices.

3. Performs televised inspections of sanitary and storm sewer lines. Completes appropriate reports for the inspections.

4. Performs skilled tasks; operates a variety of light-to-heavy equipment; oversees the daily maintenance of vehicles and equipment.

5. Complete reports; monthly sewer flow reports, CCTV inspections report, etc.

6. Ensures safety regulations are followed. Conducts work inspections and safety checks; takes action to correct deficiencies; ensures safety of work environment.

7. Attends staff meetings, safety meetings and training seminars as required.

8. Will be available for on-call duties as assigned.

9. Completes work requests as generated by other departments.

10. Tracks and reports all workflows, using the town’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.

11. Performs snow and ice removal; plows and salts roads; engages in necessary traffic control.

12. Participates in sewer maintenance work, including but not limited to: installing and or repairing sewer lines, sewer line maintenance, pump station maintenance

13. Maintains meter and meter stations; clean flumes, calibrate meter, perform quality inspections, etc.

14. Must report to work in, and wear at all times on the job, steel-toed safety shoes of an acceptable standard, effective the first scheduled workday. May not work without safety shoes.

15. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by vocational/technical training in sewer systems operation and maintenance; also supplemented by two or more years’ experience and/or training that includes CCTV inspections; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Experience using computers and Microsoft Office Suite
• Possession of flagging certification issued by the Virginia Department of Transportation, or ability to obtain within three months of employment
• Must be able to complete competent person training for trench safety and confined space entry within six months of employment
• Valid commercial driver’s license (Class B) with acceptable record with tanker endorsement, or the ability to obtain within nine months of employment
• NASCCO PACP certified or attain certification within nine months of employment

Hours: Monday - Friday / 7:00am - 3:30pm

Location: Town Shop, 1479 Sterling Rd, Herndon, VA 20170

Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

The Town of Herndon, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the ADA, the town will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with this employer.

Duties involve the ability to exert physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).

Duties may also require coordinated movements to operate light and heavy equipment; some duties require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, tastes, odors, depths and textures; some duties require suitable, visual perception and discrimination, as well as oral communications ability. Tasks may risk exposure to adverse, environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, toxic agents, violence, disease and pathogenic substances.