Line Cleaning Inspection Trainee

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values we provide excellent public service seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits retirement plans wellness incentives a great organizational culture and much more! If youre searching for something more than just a job something akin to a calling then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Johnson County Wastewater (JCW) is responsible for the safe collection transportation and treatment of wastewater generated by our community. Our work ensures that our lakes rivers and streams remain free from diseasecausing pathogens and pollutants that are harmful to public health and the you seeking an employer to support your professional growth Then you should join the team at Johnson County Wastewater. The Line Cleaning and Inspection Crew Member and Trainee positions fallwithin a career progression program giving employees the opportunity for advancement. Additional opportunities exist for you to learn additional skills and development in your career at Johnson County awesome benefits and competitive wages also important to you

First review of positions will be March 24 2025.

• Under general supervision completes a variety of routine semiskilled and manual tasks in the completion of wastewater collection system cleaning and inspection; works on an assigned crew providing assistance and support for routine labor tasks such as pulling hoses setting up traffic control for work sites and flagging removing debris from sewer lines preparing materials and tools cleaning holding tanks sewer lines and other areas using high pressure hoses saw blades and other equipment and taking inventory of materials on a work truck.
• Operates a limited variety of light duty equipment and tools; follows established safety protocols for completion of safety sensitive work such as wearing required personal protective equipment and following guidelines and directions for confined space entries.

Minimum Job Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and a regular drivers license with an acceptable driving record are required. This is a temporary trainee position with a maximum employment duration of three months for fulltime employment. Trainees must pass the written part of exam within four months and obtain their Class B CDL with air brake and tanker endorsement within six months in order to continue employment as a Line Cleaning and Inspection Crew Member I or II

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Job Requirements:

One year of experience with light medium or heavy duty equipment is preferred.

Education/Experience Substitutions:

Physical Environmental and Special Working Conditions:

Excessive standing and/or walking

Exposure to extreme temperatures.

Exposure to fumes and/or chemicals.

Exposure to heights.

Exposure to loud noises.

Lifting and carrying: 80 lbs.

Exposure to raw sewage.

On call/standby work required.

Safety sensitive job.

Weather essential job. Department and county essential.

All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.

Uniform required.

Exposure to confined spaces.

Push/pull 75 lbs.

Climbing bending crouching kneeling balancing

This position will require the use of personal protective and other safety related tools or protocols in accordance with job functions which may include safety glasses safety boots gloves and other items.