Collection System - Seasonal

Under general supervision of the Collection System Maintenance Manager assists collection systems operators with basic operations and maintenance of the Citys pump stations and combined sewer and stormwater collection systems including sewer mains manholes and catch basins and stormwater treatment systems.

Union Affiliation:NonUnion
Pay Grade:$20.00 $25.00 Hourly
Remote Tier 1:Zero 0 days remote/month

• Assists Collection System Operations with:
  • Assists with preparation of required equipment including but not limited to hoses pipes tools materials and traffic control supplies necessary to safely complete the tasks according to schedule.
  • Assists with preventive maintenance on the collection system including restoring pipe capacity by removing debris sand and grease from the sewer combined and stormwater systems manholes and catch basins.
  • Assists with preventative maintenance on stormwater treatment practices including but not limited to: pervious pavement systems infiltration systems sedimentation and storage tanks.
  • Assists with corrective maintenance on the collection system including removing sewer main blockages that are impeding service.
  • As required by other Public Works teams assists with hydroexcavation.
  • Safely operates sewer cleaning and hauling equipment such as but not limited to: high velocity cleaner and vacuum truck.
  • Assists collection operators with spot checking the collection system pipes and structures using roving camera pole camera and push camera.
  • Assists with daily inspections of sewer pump stations and performs routine preventative maintenance and repairs to wastewater pump stations and equipment.
  • Maintains a variety of all collection system maintenance equipment in good working order including cleaning greasing and regular inspections of equipment.
• Other duties:
  • Assists with general plant maintenance work such as sweeping cleaning sanding painting and grounds maintenance as secondary duty.
  • Participate in all required safety training and carry out duties in a safe manner.
  • As directed posts public notices of combined sewer or sewer discharges at recreational water access points.
  • Assists in remediation of sewer spills to the ground surface or to the stormwater collections system.
  • Assists with performing maintenance on the combined sewer diversion manholes and CSO manholes in the collection system including flow monitoring and alarm systems.
  • Interacts and communicates with members of the general public.
  • Performs snow removal as required for the DPWStreet Maintenance Division.
  • May be required to work unusual shifts as needed.
  • May be required to work under adverse conditions.

• Performs other duties as required.

• Ability to actively support City diversity equity and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid VT State Drivers License required

• Ability to gain and demonstrate proficiency and knowledge to assist in the operation and routine maintenance of the sewer vactor and pervious pavement vacuum.

• Ability and willingness to work in a wastewater (human sewage) environment.
• Must be able to operate various hand held tools including but not limited to: jack hammer pick and shovel.
• Demonstrated ability to perform physical aspects of position including ability to climb ladders in and out of manholes wet/dry pump stations and trench excavations.
• Ability to implement traffic control plans.
• Ability to work independently or within group as needed.
• Ability to work in confined spaces required.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions required.
• Ability to safely operate snow plows and other snow removal equipment as required during and after snowstorms.
• Work on nights holidays and weekends may be required.
• Must be a flexible team player that takes direction well is safety conscious customeroriented and willing and able to learn to operate all equipment and perform all tasks as assigned.
• Ability to create and maintain an environment that appropriately embraces the 6 operating principles; Customer Service Fiscal Responsibility Good Labor Relations Employee Empowerment Cooperation and Constant Improvement.
• Must be able to work effectively and in a professional manner with crew members and leaders other divisions and the general public.
• Ability to learn and maintain VOSHA safety rules and regulations as they pertain to the Department of Public Works.

• Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards safety rules and personnel policies.

Promoting a culture that reveres diversity and equity.

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