PW Technician I-Wastewater

Join our Public Works team as a Technician I in the Wastewater section. This position will perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled assignments in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of theCity Public Sanitary Sewer System (PSSS), pumping facilities, sanitary sewer pipelines, tanks, and associated appurtenances.

Whether you're starting your career in public works or bringing experience to the team, this position offers opportunities for training and career advancement.

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Performs all duties associated with wastewater collection, including installing, connecting, relocating, adjusting, maintaining, televising, repairing, and replacing wastewater mains, pumps, and other equipment; cutting and fitting pipes; and complying with department policies and procedures.
• Operates equipment, tools, and motor vehicles such as trucks, specialty vehicles, and other similar maintenance or construction equipment to conform with applicable regulatory standards and City standards.
• Safely operates equipment and tools used at work site; places traffic control flags, signs, and cones to direct traffic around work sites, and operates and maintains hand and power tools.
• Performs routine maintenance and repair on pump stations, manholes, cleanouts, pumps, motors, vehicles, equipment, and tools; ensures quality control and restoration.
• Responds tactfully to questions and comments from the public and delegates to appropriate staff.
• On-call for emergency situations
• Performs other duties as assigned.

No direct supervision exercised.

• Valid driver's license
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in general construction, wastewater collection systems, or related field preferred.

Possess or have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within one (1) year of employment.