Wastewater Utility Worker I​/II

Carlsbad
-The Community:
This nearly 40 square mile city is ideally situated in north San Diego County with an approximate population of 115,000. It offers a great climate, beautiful beaches, lagoons and abundant natural open space. World class resorts, family attractions, well planned neighborhoods, a diverse business sector and a charming village atmosphere combine to create the ideal California experience.

The Branch:
The Public Works Branch is responsible for planning, providing and maintaining infrastructure that supports Carlsbad's excellent quality of life. The branch includes a variety of departments including Environmental Sustainability, Fleet & Facilities, Construction Management & Inspection, Transportation and Utilities. More than 195 full-time equivalent staff support the branch which also has an annual total budget of over $123 million, along with a total Capital Improvement Program (CIP) appropriation of over $110 million.

The Department:
The Utilities Department is responsible for the maintenance and operation of water & recycled water distribution systems and a wastewater collection & conveyance system. It includes Engineer, Asset Management and Water and Wastewater Operations & Maintenance. The City of Carlsbad provides wastewater collection service to approximately 74% of the city. The Carlsbad Municipal Water District provides potable and recycled water to approximately 82% of the city.

This position is in the wastewater division and is responsible for the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the 270 miles of gravity sewer mains.

You belong in Carlsbad:
The City of Carlsbad embraces and recognizes the vital relationship of an inclusive, engaged work environment and innovative excellence. An equitable and inclusive work climate comprises personal experiences, values, and views shaped from differences of culture and circumstance. Our organization appreciates belonging, creativity, recognition and retention of its employees and is committed to hiring and developing motivated, productive and talented employees who provide services and enhance our quality of life.

We work to embrace open and equitable access to opportunities for learning and development as our responsibility and goal.

The Position:
Wastewater Utility Workers perform both routine and skilled work in the inspection, maintenance, construction and repair of sewer collection systems and related structures and appurtenances; perform related work as assigned.

Wastewater Utility Worker Iis the entry level class in this series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of duties in the inspection, maintenance, operations and repair of sewer collection systems, including how to operate vehicles and equipment used in these activities. Incumbents at the Utility Worker I level may reasonably expect to advance to the II level through the promotional process by demonstrating proficiency and meeting the qualifications of the higher-level class.

Wastewater Utility Worker IIis the journey level class in this series. Incumbents perform the full range of inspection, maintenance and repair duties and may be assigned in any maintenance or operations area. This class typically reports to a lead worker or supervisor for work assignments, though incumbents are assigned to run crews and are expected to work independently once assignments are determined.

Salary:
Wastewater Utility Worker I: $32.23 - $39.20
Wastewater Utility Worker II: $36.29 - $44.16

Wastewater Utility Worker I and II:

Inspect, maintain and repair sewer collection systems, including sewer pipelines, taps, valves, manholes, cleanouts wet wells and related appurtenances and structures.

Clean sewer mains and perform manhole inspections; record data on work orders; provide input into cleaning PM schedules.

Review CCTV inspection videos; record and code observations; make rehabilitation recommendations.

Respond to sewer spills using department approved response procedures; gather appropriate data and fill out spill reports; assist with determining spill causes.

Review and give input into Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Perform physical labor including shoveling, weed abatement, raking, lifting and digging. Loads, unloads and operates trucks to transport maintenance supplies and materials.

May be assigned to:

Excavate and shore trenches; backfill; cut; patch, repair and resurface utility cuts in streets; clean work sites; raise manholes and public cleanouts to grade; install and remove concrete and asphalt on streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks and other public facilities as required for sewer repairs.

Use safe work methods and safety practices related to the work; cone off and flag work sites to secure from traffic; may direct traffic around work sites; use appropriate safety equipment.

Descend into confined spaces using appropriate safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Secure work area and maintain equipment in a clean and orderly condition, secure…