Sewer Worker

The City of Tacoma's Environment and Public Works Department is recruiting for the position of Sewer Worker. The Sewer Worker classification is the entry-level class of the Sewer Worker series. Sewer Workers perform technical and physical work related to the construction, maintenance and repair of stormwater and sanitary sewer mains to sustain a continuing program of sewer system maintenance.

Sewer Workers maintain Tacoma's municipal sanitary and surface water systems by:

• Installing, cleaning, and repairing sewer lines and storm drains of grease, roots, dirt and other debris with rodding and water pressure equipment.
• Assisting in the installation, construction, and repair of pipes and pipe connections, reinforce and shore trenches, and work in confined spaces and within traffic zones.
• Televising sewers and laterals; locating breaks in utility lines; inspects sewer lines for defects.
• Performing traffic control functions such as placing barricades, directing/flagging, re-routing traffic.
• Operates a variety of pneumatic, hydraulic, gas and hand powered tools, equipment and machinery related to duties.
• Cleaning & maintaining sewer lines, traps, lift stations, and operating related equipment including sewer/vacuum truck.
• Assisting with concrete street repair including: setting grades and forms, smoothing out, leveling and finishing.
• Using cold patch to fill potholes and make other road repairs.
• Utilizing proper safety measures and personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing job duties.
• Responding to utility emergencies while on-duty and during off-duty hours, including
• Frequent interactions with other City employees and the public.

• Enthusiastic, cheerful and helpful team members
• Great customer service skills
• Excellent attendance
• Strong work ethic

• Outdoor environment; subject to noise, fumes, adverse weather conditions and driving from site to site; subject to emergency calls during off-duty hours.
• Position requires lifting heavy objects and climbing.
• An employee in this position is exposed to raw sewage, traffic and underground construction hazards.

• Week 1 – Monday – Thursday: 9 hours;
  Lunch: 30 minutes unpaid
• Week 1 – Friday*: 8 hours;
  Lunch: 30 minutes unpaid
• Week 2 – Monday – Thursday: 9 hours;
  Lunch: 30 minutes unpaid
• Week 2 – Friday*: 0 hours;
  Lunch: 30 minutes unpaid

* Or the reverse of Week 1 & Week 2

Graduation from high school or equivalent.

• 1-year paid work experience performing general construction or repair work, which has included excavation, trenching, shoring activities or heavy physical labor
• Sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above (also in the knowledge and skills section).

• Valid Washington State Driver’s License at time of appointment, with maintenance thereafter.
• Depending on position, a Valid Washington State Class A Commercial Driver's License with N (tanker) endorsement within nine (9) months of appointment into the classification with maintenance, thereafter, may be required (This is not a requirement for incumbents appointed into the classification prior to April 26, 2022)
• Traffic Control Flagging, CPR and first-aid certificates will be required prior to the completion of the probationary period with maintenance thereafter.

• Methods, practices, procedures, and techniques of storm and sanitary sewer installation, repair, maintenance, and cleaning.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy. Health and safety regulations.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.

• Learn storm and sanitary sewer main and lateral…