Wastewater System Operator

CLOSING DATE: 11/17/2025

SUMMARY

Under immediate supervision responsible for performing a variety of apprentice level duties involved in the operation maintenance and repair of Stormwater collection systems equipment and facilities.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Employee will be assigned to work in one of the two sections of the Wastewater Division and will work generally within that section to construct repair operate or maintain the various aspects assigned. However employees may assist other units within the Wastewater Division and other Public Utilities divisions as the needs arise.

Operations and Maintenance

• Test maintain inspect address issues limited to maintenance practices.
• Emergency call-out or overtime operations restorative work working in various weather conditions at various times of the day/night.
• Perform general maintenance and cleanup duties around facilities.
• Operate a variety of vehicles tools and equipment used in the operation and maintenance of utility distribution and collection systems.
• Operate the sewer collections system by assisting in cleaning sewer main lines with use of combination jet truck clearing blockages with use of rodders cutters easement machines and other industry methods.
• Operate TV truck and related equipment to inspect sewer mains.
• Operate TV inspection software and information filing programs.
• Assist experienced operators in maintaining sewers and wastewater cleaning equipment such as a Jet truck and maintain TV inspection equipment to keep equipment in operating order by inspecting removing repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts and sections.
• Perform inspections on manholes and inform lead operators of manhole imperfections for the inspection report.
• Perform other maintenance related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Construction and Repairs

• Repair and replace various utility pipes fittings inlets valves or other apparatus associated with the utility.
• Emergency call-out or overtime repair work working in various weather conditions at various times of the day/night.
• Assist in performing general repairs and construction duties around facilities.
• Operate a variety of vehicles tools and equipment used in the construction and repair of utility distribution and collection systems.
• Perform entry level construction and repair tasks. Including replacing concrete and asphalt.
• Assist in repairs to manhole structures by means of safe confined space entry and proper repair techniques.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid Utah Drivers License
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Utah commercial drivers license within 1 year of employment in the position.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Traffic Control Flagger Trench Shoring and Confined Space certificates within 6 months of employment (training typically provided by City). Director may grant extension if training isnt available during 6-month period.

WASTEWATER SYSTEM OPERATOR I

Experience: One year of experience performing construction related activities.

Certifications/Licenses:

Possession of or ability to obtain Grade I Wastewater Collection System certificate within 1 year of employment.

WASTEWATER SYSTEM OPERATOR II

Experience: Two years of experience performing construction related activities.

Certifications/Licenses:

Possession of unrestricted Grade I (or higher) Wastewater Collection System Certificate.

WASTEWATER SYSTEM OPERATOR III

Experience: Four years of experience performing construction related activities.

Certifications/Licenses:

Possession of Grade IV (restricted or unrestricted) Wastewater Collection System Certificate.

WASTEWATER SYSTEM OPERATOR IV

Experience: Six years of experience performing construction related activities.

Certifications/Licenses:

Possession of an unrestricted Grade IV Wastewater Collection System Certificate.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Basic tools materials and equipment used in construction related activities.
• Safe driving and operation principles and practices of vehicles.
• Basic road etiquette and defensive driving.
• Basic record keeping principles.

Skill with:

• Basic tools materials and equipment used in construction related activities
• Operating a motor vehicle safely.

Ability to:

• Understand and follow oral and written instructions receive specific direction on a job site.
• Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.
• Understand the importance and possess basic record keeping abilities.
• Follow and adhere to occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in maintenance and repair work.
• Work harmoniously in a team environment.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit stand walk kneel crouch stoop squat crawl twist climb and lift up to 50 lbs. Exposure to outdoor environments including various harsh weather conditions noise vibration confining workspace chemicals dust explosive materials mechanical hazards and electrical hazards. Ability to travel to different sites and locations. Availability for on-call stand-by and emergency call duties.