Wastewater Collections Operator

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interprets data trendscomprehendswritten technical procedures and manuals.

• Performs a variety of duties (construction maintenance and repair) requiring knowledge of wastewater systems.This includes:

• Perform routine maintenance on equipment as needed.

• Assistsin troubleshooting and repair processes to the collections systems.

• Performs utility locators and uses pipe locators leaklocatorsand sonde equipment. Locates underground water sewer and storm sewer lines for the Utilities Department private utilities contractors and property owners. Uses equipment tolocateutility lines and main breaks including metal detector pipeline locator pipe and cable locator leak correlator GPS equipment and measuring devices.

• Required to perform after hours standby duty on a rotating basis and respond to Public Works emergencies as necessary including snow and ice control shifts.

• Responds to questions from the public about collections system/distribution system operations and maintenanceactivitiesas necessary.Ability toassistin effectively communicating and understanding cause and work towards resolution of the commercial or residential service complaints.

• Maintains a working knowledge with the OSHA Regulations and associated safety procedures andremainsalert to conditions hazards and events occurring at the jobsite.Alwaysutilizesthe best industry safety practices.

• Required to cross-train in other divisions and disciplines as directed by supervisor.

• Maintainsaccuraterecords of work performed and materials and equipment used and enters spatial and work order data into asset management software.

• Performs related duties as required by management to meet the needs of the city.

• Knows andcomplies withall city and department policies and city values;participatesin professional trainings and development; and adheres to attendance and workplace attire policies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Wastewater Collection Operator I

• Ability to clearly describe program goals andobjectives. Able to assess a situation and adjust their style to meet the needs of the specific situation or audience.

• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public indifficult situationsandtomaintaincomplete andaccuraterecords.

• Ability to interact confidently and professionally with others. Recognizes the importance of collaboration and can build lasting relationships and connections with other city employees and community members. Works to grow and continually foster a high-trust high-teamwork environment. Can receive candid performance feedback andparticipatein open dialogue with supervisor and peersregardingteam dynamics and work plan progress.

• Ability to navigate changing priorities and evolving approaches. Links short-term planning with (strategic) task-oriented thinking toanticipatefuture consequences of current tactics.

• Ability tooperatea variety of hand power and long handled tools and equipment to perform installation maintenance and repair tasks.

• Ability to perform a wide range of physical and manual tasks in an outdoor environment.

• Ability to take proper safety precautions to prevent accidents.Responsible for the safety of self others materials and equipment.Use all required safety equipment and follow all safety regulations policies and procedures.Report all accidents and damage to city property.

• Ability to work in and around moving traffic and equipment; in areas of limited access; and confined spaces requiring standing walking bending and kneeling tolocate inspect andmaintainwastewater and stormwater systems.

• Skilled in time management and attention to detail.

• Valid Drivers License and ability tomaintainan acceptable motor vehicle record.

• Have andmaintainacceptable background information including criminal conviction history.

Wastewater Collection Operator II

In addition to the Wastewater CollectionOperatorI minimum qualifications:

• Ability todemonstrateexperience with various utilities maintenance equipment including locator sewer jet hydro-excavatorsvactorstyle trucks

• Ability toparticipatein rotational standby respond to afterhours calls andparticipatein Snow Operations

• Ability tosolve problemsmake sound judgementsandexhibitforethought byanticipatingneeds of crews.

• Ability to suggest process improvements to crews withinacquiredknowledge base.

Wastewater Collection Operator III

In addition to the Wastewater Collection Operator IIminimum qualifications:

• Ability to lead an afterhours emergency response team.

• Ability todemonstratetechnical training on CCTV Equipment.

• Ability todemonstratetrainingon BMP installation and maintenance.

Wastewater Collection Operator IV

In addition to the Wastewater Collection Operator IIIminimum qualifications:

• Ability to read blueprints and other construction drawings.

• Knowledge of City Design and Construction Standards.

PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS

Wastewater Collection Operator I II III and IV

• Ability to communicate fluently in English andSpanish.

• Ability todemonstrateexperience in heavy construction.

• Ability to read blueprints and other construction drawings.

• Ability to use computers and other technology.

• First Aid/CPRCertificationthrough Red Cross or equivalent accredited institution.

Wastewater Collection Operator IV

• Ability to communicate fluently in English andSpanish.

• Ability todemonstrateexperience in heavy construction.

• Ability to use computers and other technology.

• First Aid/CPRCertificationthrough Red Cross or equivalent accredited institution.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Wastewater CollectionOperator I

• High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent of two (2) years experience may substitute for the education requirement only.

• Six (6) months experience in utilities operations and maintenance or construction (wastewater collections).

• Commercial Drivers License ClassAor new hires have ability to obtainwithinnine(9)months.

• State of Colorado Class I Wastewater System OperatorCertificationor ability to obtain within 9 months of hire

• Backhoe and loaderCertificationunder the Equipment Operators Certification and Training Programornew hires have ability to obtainwithin one(1)year.

Wastewater CollectionOperator II

• High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent of two (2) years experience may substitute for the education requirement only.

• Two(2)yearsofexperience in utilities maintenance or construction (water and/or wastewater).

• Commercial Drivers License ClassA

• State of Colorado Class II Wastewater System OperatorCertification.

• Loader and backhoe operatorCertification.

• ConfinedSpaceCertification.

Wastewater CollectionOperator III

• High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent of two (2) years experience may substitute for the education requirement only.

• Three(3)years experience in utilities maintenance or construction (wastewater).

• Commercial Drivers License ClassA.

• State of Colorado Class III Wastewater Collection System OperatorCertification.

• Loader and backhoe operatorCertification.

• ConfinedSpaceCertification.

• National Association of Sewer Services Companies (NASSCO) pipeline assessment certification Program (PACP Certified).

Wastewater CollectionOperator IV

• High School Diploma or GED; or equivalent of two (2) years experience may substitute for the education requirement only.

• Four(4)years experience in utilities maintenance or construction (wastewater).

• Commercial Drivers License ClassA.

• State of Colorado Class IV Wastewater Collection System OperatorCertification.

• Loader and backhoe operatorCertification.

• ConfinedSpaceCertification.

• National Association of Sewer Services Companies (NASSCO) pipeline assessment certification Program (PACP Certified).

• Erosion and sediment control lead/professionalCertification.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received:Wastewater Collections Supervisor
Supervision Exercised:None

WORKING CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• PhysicalandMental Effort:Ability to work in and around moving traffic and equipment; in areas of limited access; and confined spaces requiring standing walking bending and kneeling. Requires upper body strength to lift and carry equipment and supplies as needed.

• Work Environment:Works year-round in an outdoor environment and at times in adverse weather conditions such as rain wind heat cold and snow. Works in an industrial setting subject to continuous interruptions and background noises. Mayexperiencestress from demanding deadlines public contact and changing priorities and conditions.Mayexperiencestress from encounters with concerned or distraught customers.

• Machines and Equipment Used: Hand and power tools long-handled tools backhoe excavator single and tandem axle truck and snowplow frontend loader hand tools power tools rodder jackhammer grinder compressor tamper locating equipment sewer jet bucket machine combo cleaners CCTV equipment hydro-excavatorsvactorstyle trucks two-way radio gas detection equipment pipe/leak locators correlators and computers (hand-held lap-top and stationary). Required to wear protective safety gear and use safety equipment to protect against potential biohazardspossibly encountered.