Collection System Worker Novato Sanitary District

Collection System Worker I

$7,033 - $8,549 Monthly
$40.58 - $49.32 Hourly

The Novato Sanitary District is seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and results-oriented professional to join its team as a Collection System Worker I.

The Collection System Worker I performs a full array of duties, including the maintenance of wastewater collection and reclamation systems, including inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and repairs on lines, pump stations, and treatment facilities. The selected candidate will demonstrate a full understanding of all applicable policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties; perform other related duties as required.

The ideal candidate will:

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and consistently apply appropriate safety practices.
• Maintain high ethical and professional standards and take pride in delivering quality work.
• Be customer-focused and service-oriented, with a strong understanding of public service and a commitment to responding effectively to emergencies and maintenance needs.
• Quickly establish trust and credibility with others and address questions, concerns, and issues professionally and respectfully.
• Be eager to learn and continuously develop technical knowledge and skills.
• Take initiative, remain organized, and ensure assignments are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Live within a thirty-minute driving radius from the Treatment Plant for responding to after-hours call-outs.

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Some basic work experience in general maintenance operations and a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Live within a thirty-minute driving radius from the Treatment Plant for responding to after-hours call-outs if required.
• Eligibility to work in the United States under appropriate federal regulations.

Each candidate’s background will be evaluated based on the information submitted. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to the next phase in the recruitment process, which may include an oral panel interview and/or practical exercise. Only the names of the most qualified candidates who pass the initial selection process will be submitted to the District for consideration for the final selection.

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, marital status, age, or sexual orientation, or any other classification protected by law.

The Novato Sanitary District offers a competitive benefits package, including choices among plan options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long‑term disability, and CalPERS long‑term care insurance.

• “Classic” (Pre‑2013)—2% @ 60, 36‑month formula
• New or “PEPRA” (1/1/2013 and after)—2% @ 62, 36‑month formula

—District contributes 1.5% of base salary

• 457(b) and Roth 457(b) plans with employer match

The District currently pays 100% of the premiums for employees and eligible dependents:

• Selection of health care plans through CalPERS, up to the cost of the CalPERS Kaiser North Plan
• De…