Wastewater Collections Operator

Position: Wastewater Collections Operator I
Summary Responsible for the maintenance and construction of sewer lines throughout the city. Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

Essential Functions:

* Under general supervision, proficiently operates one or more types of light to medium sized motorized construction/maintenance equipment (i.e. warehouse/interior forklift, bobcat, backhoe, compressor, riding-compactor, vehicle for running errands, small water truck, dump truck and utility truck) to excavate, move and/or grade material.
* Operates larger motorized equipment as needed
* Performs various skilled duties using hand and power tools
* Performs pre-inspections and post-inspections of all equipment and trucks before and after use; performs minor maintenance activities and cleaning of equipment, and reports problems to supervisor
* May set up street barricades and function as a flagger for traffic control
* Must be able to perform duties in a confined space such as a manhole or trench
* May confer with customers regarding service problems and reports information obtained to supervisor
* Maintains on-call availability for after hour emergencies
* Reads and understands reference books and manuals and current industry operational practices
* Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance Additional Duties:
* Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:
* High school diploma or GED equivalent
* Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tank Vehicle endorsement or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
* Must have or obtain a valid TCEQ Class D Water Distribution License from within twelve (12) months of employment
* Must have or obtain a valid TCEQ Class I Wastewater Collections Operator License from within twelve (12) months of employment OR
* Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Core Competencies:

* Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
* Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers
* Ability to read and understand reference books and complicated procedures such as utility plans and equipment operation manuals
* Skilled in the operation of backhoe, skid steer loader and dump truck Preferences:
* Bilingual in Spanish and English
* Possess Unit II Wastewater Collections Certification from TCEQ Conditions of Employment:
* Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Tank Vehicle endorsement and a good driving record OR must possess a valid Class C driver's license with a good driving record and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL with Tank Vehicle endorsement within six (6) months of employment
* Must possess or obtain a valid TCEQ Class D Water Distribution License from within twelve (12) months of employment
* Must possess and obtain a valid TCEQ Class I Wastewater Collections Operator License from within twelve (12) months of employment
* Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
* Must pass a physical examination
* Must be able to work a flexible schedule that could include nights and weekends
* Must be able to work overtime when requested
* Good physical condition to be able to perform physical tasks in all kinds of weather
* Requires lifting up to 100 lbs. Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:

Overall Strength Demands:

The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.
* Sedentary - lifting no more than 10 pounds
* Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
* Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
* Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
* Very Heavy - lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds Physical Demand Codes:
The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency. Codes for "how often": Y = Yes N = No E = extensive (100-70%) M = moderate (60-30%) I = infrequent (20-10%) A = almost never (