Wastewater Collections Laborer (PT)

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Job Details

What is the compensation

Pay Rate: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour depending upon skill level and experience.

Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k 457 Roth IRA and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following great perks: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); d) discounts from various local and national vendors and e) free access to the Citys Employee Assistance Program.

What will I do

• Operate power rodding equipment of various sizes to clear lines.

• Operate television viewing and sealing equipment to detect sewer line leaks and obstructions.

• Seal leaks with packaging unit.

• Operate jet cleaning unit to clean lines ditches and culverts.

• Locate access points with metal detectors and inspection of maps.

• Raise manholes to grade.

• Clean homes or other buildings following sewer backups.

• Keep equipment and shop area clean.

• Assemble safety pipes.

• Cut roots grease and other obstructing materials.

• Perform minor maintenance and repair of electrical parts on TV truck.

• Assist other departments needing jet machine.

• Perform field sampling.

• Assist other crew members and the public as needed and perform other related duties as required.

What requirements do I need to apply

• Any training and/or experience that would demonstrate an ability to successfully perform the duties of the job.

• Valid lawful driver license.

• Preference given to candidates with a commercial drivers license.

What are the physical and environmental factors

This work requires walking driving trucks bending stooping reaching lifting up to 100 lbs. climbing in and out of manholes and exposure to the following: confined spaces adverse weather conditions odors heavy traffic hazardous conditions and may periodically involve high-stress situations or environments.

What is the schedule

Twenty-five hours a week between the hours of 6:00 AM and 4:30 PM. Monday through Thursday.

What is the selection process

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted with the first screening being held on May 6 2026. Applicants mustmeet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration.

If selected for hire candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City

By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant connected and welcoming for families students seniors and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed friendly economically vibrant and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.