Sewer and Water Operator

* Grand Traverse County is a team of passionate and incredible people who are committed to providing responsive, effective quality service to our up-north community.  We strive to be a leader in innovative, effective, collaborative, and sustainable county government.  We offer stable work environments and competitive salaries to both full- time and part-time employees.  Understanding the many challenges facing today’s professionals and families, we offer a competitive compensation package including an impressive list of benefits and time off.

* Job Description:

Primary function of the job is to operate, repair, and maintain water distribution systems, pump stations, and sewer collection systems. Employees work as part of a team and are responsible for ensuring that the team meets its objectives.

Employees must meet the minimum requirements, conditions of employment, and be able to successfully perform all essential duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodations.

Overtime may be required to complete the task within a specific time frame or in an emergency.
** PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** *(may include but are not limited to the following)
** Locates and marks existing underground water and sewer pipelines, service leads, valves, and manholes.
* Installs, services, repairs, and tests water meters.
* Operates, installs, repairs, and maintains water services, which includes: activating service; repairing valve boxes; tapping water mains; checking water stations; inspecting the work of contractors; monitoring chlorine residuals; collecting bacteria samples; preparing lead sheets; checking sewer stations; inspecting sewer lines, grease traps, and manholes; repairing manholes; and, performing other related activities.
* Repairs hydrants, water mains, and water service lines.
* Inspects cross connections in homes and businesses to identify potable water lines incorrectly plumbed to mitigate the possibility of pollutants entering the water distribution system.
* Cleans sewer wet wells, repairs broken sewer lines, and jets and vectors plugged sewer lines.
* Inspects and cleans sewers and wet wells.
* Operates portable generators, gate valves and other applicable equipment.
* Oversees the work of contractors involved in excavating near public water and sewer utilities.
* Maintains records, logs, and related items associated with daily activities, such as as-built drawings and work orders.
* Monitors and maintains appropriate levels of supplies and materials in support of unit operations and activities.
* Provides comprehensive customer service, including delivery of accurate, prompt, and courteous assistance on complex policies, guidelines, and standard practices to internal and external customers, both verbally and in writing.
** EDUCATION, FORMAL TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE** *(minimum requirements)
** High School Diploma or G.E.D., and completion of an approved certified technical training program
* Six months experience in sewer and water system operation/maintenance preferred
* Directly related education and training may substitute for experience if there is demonstrated knowledge, ability, and skills to perform the work
** CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES
*** Possess and maintain a valid Michigan Operators License with CDL, Class B, including a tank truck and air brake endorsement within three months of employment, and must maintain eligibility to drive as per the County's Vehicle policy and the Michigan Department of Transportation regulations. Must be obtained no later than 12 months after hire.
* D-4 Limited Treatment License issued by the State of Michigan and must be obtained within two years of employment
* S-4 Distribution License issued by the State of Michigan and must be obtained within two years of employment.
** CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT***(minimum requirements - legal or contractual pre- employment obligations and/or requirements, such as drug testing, background check, etc.)
* A background check may be required initially and periodically for an individual hired, transferred, reclassified, promoted, or currently working in this job. Appointment to or continued employment in this job is…