Wastewater Collections Operator

Wastewater Department. Rate of Pay: $20.75- $25.94. Status:
Two Weeks. Details:
Please complete application and upload resume.

The City of Jerome is a dynamic organization which positively affects our citizens every day. Every position within the City is expected to be a leader within our organization, as well as in our community. Performs a variety of semi‑skilled and skilled tasks related to the everyday operations and some emergency operations within the Wastewater Department. Works on varied shifts including a rotating Emergency Response Operator (ERO) with Call Back status and must be able to respond within an hour to any service area.

Works under the immediate supervision of the Wastewater Collections & Maintenance Supervisor and/or Wastewater Superintendent.

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• Travels collection system routes to monitor line condition; observes system flow, may take flow meter readings and removes debris and obstructions to prevent line back‑ups and property damage; inspects, cleans and maintains wastewater collection system; operates high pressure hydraulic jetter and vacuum truck in cleaning sewer lines.
• Removes blockages in wastewater collection systems; insures proper containment and decontamination during and after backups and spills to prevent public health hazards and protect the environment.
• Maintains lift stations; maintains sewer systems by cleaning, repairing, video inspection, root control and replacement of lines.
• Performs equipment preparation and preventive maintenance; monitors oil, grease, and fuel levels to insure proper lubrication on a daily basis; makes minor adjustments to improve equipment.
• Conducts daily manhole surveys to check for damaged lids and rings; maintains, cleans, and inspects manholes and covers and exposes manholes; keeps manholes and easements free of debris and accessible; prepares written reports on manhole condition; conducts underground utility locates, operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment as needed to install, maintain and repair manholes, grates etc.; replaces or resets manholes as needed to bring them to grade;
  
  may perform as a safety flagman during highway operations.
• Drives and operates equipment in the maintenance, and repair of main and lateral sewer lines including, jet flusher/vacuum. Drives and operates boom truck, truck hoist, and dump truck(s).
• Performs preventative maintenance line cleaning and flushing; may enter manholes to remove obstructions; utilizes various equipment and apparatus in the daily performance of projects, including early warning devices, harness, winch, gas detector, pumps, compressor, compactor and fork lift; identifies and records wastewater collection system problems; reports problems to Lead Collections Operator.
• Adheres to and complies with all state, federal, and local regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to safe work practices and all operation and maintenance duties.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Attends department meetings and communicates regularly with the Supervisors and co-workers.
• Maintains a professional and courteous demeanor at all times.
• Provides timely, respectful and thorough customer service.
• Communicates daily with cross‑functional teams regarding issues, events, and updates.
• Maintains a proper professional image and generates positive public image.
• Expected to be a leader within the organization as well as in our community.

• Ability to read, write and comprehend English (operational, process, safety and quality instructions) and be able to carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. Some vocational training and mechanical aptitude preferred, with the ability to read, interpret and record data from meters, gauges, scales, panels, computer consoles and other equipment.
• Must have ability to operate Computer Maintenance Management System (software).
• Must consistently demonstrate the ability to learn and independently perform assigned duties and…