Service Maintenance Wastewater Collections Operator

Magna Water District

  • Magna, UT
  • $22.39-31.10 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
  • Apply easily
Title: Service Maintenance Wastewater CollectionsReports to: Wastewater Collections Crew LeadGroup/Department: Wastewater OperationsLabor Category: Union, Non-exemptWage: $22.393-$31.102 per hourJob Summary:Works on wastewater collections construction and where required will maintain, repair, and install wastewater system components. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures set forth by the EPA/ Collection Systems industry standards in maintaining and operating wastewater collection system. Ensures that the wastewater /collections system is operational 24/7 which includes maintenance of pumps, conveyors, blowers, vacuum equipment, and other wastewater collection equipment are functioning properly. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures. Process incoming service orders within a 24-hour time period.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Description1.Advanced knowledge and use of instrumentation equipment and computer software such as MS Office Programs.2.Ability to operate large machinery, backhoe, dump truck and excavator.3.Ability to operate video and television monitoring equipment to perform diagnostics on wastewater lines.4.Ability to use a high-pressure vacuum cleaner.5.Heavy pipe construction equipment operation experience.6.Multi-task oriented and ability to set priorities.7.Well organized, accurate, and attentive to detail.8.Ability to work as part of a team or individually.9.Ability to maintain professional demeanor when answering customer inquiries.10.Demonstrated customer service experience.11.Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.12.Ability to lift, on average, 30-50 lbs. daily.13.Support and promotes Magna Water District Vision Statement, Mission Statement and Guiding Principles.General Qualification Requirements:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Therequirements of this position provide that the employee work in a safety sensitive manner and should carry out his/her duties as such.Prior Work Experience:
  • Graduation from High School or G.E.D; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Wastewater sampling and testing experience preferred
  • One year of water utility service maintenance experience or in a related field preferred.
  • Heavy pipe construction equipment operation experience preferred.
Education and Training: Technical training in inspection, construction management or equivalent preferred. High School Diploma required.Licenses, Certifications, Etc.:
  • Valid Utah Class D driver's license.
  • Commercial Driver's License Class A tanker endorsement preferred, or to obtain the C.D.L within 90 days
  • Water Operator Certification Grade I within one year.
  • Wastewater Operator Certification Grade I within one year.
  • Wastewater Operator Certification Grade II within two years.
  • Wastewater Operator Certification Grade III within four years.
  • Wastewater Operator Certification Grade IV within six years.
Background Knowledge:
  • Requires a working knowledge of the District's products and services; knowledge of short-range technical plans; basic knowledge of overall strategic long-range plans.
Performance Expectations: * Must have the ability to plan, coordinate and implement the policies and procedures for the water division.
  • Must be able to make decisions of a significant nature impacting the water production and distribution maintenance and be able to meet the customer service responsibilities for this position.
  • Must demonstrate safety leadership by promoting and facilitating the safety of co-workers and the general public.
  • Must perform all job tasks in compliance with MWD safety policies and procedures.
Required Skills and Abilities:
  • Must be able to rely on policy, written guidance or internal discussions to resolve problems.
  • Must have verbal skills to communicate effectively with employees and external business contacts. Microsoft Word, Excel, and GIS experience preferred.
  • Must have advanced skills with construction practices; advanced knowledge of utility locating equipment, blueprint reading, and redlining. Knowledge of GPS equipment, computers and other computer software preferred.
Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
  • Common dexterity is continuously required.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: talk and hear.
  • The employee is frequently required to: sit or perform repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement.
  • The employee is occasionally required to: feel attributes of objects, grasp, push, stand, walk, drive, reach with arms or hands, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
  • The employee must lift weight or exert force as follows:
  • Regularly: Up to 10 pound
  • Frequently: Up to 20 pounds
  • Occasionally: Up to 40 pounds
  • Rarely: Up to 100 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities include: Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more and 20 inches or less. Ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus.
  • Challenging working conditions on construction sites. Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Frequent exposure to moderate noise, airborne particles, oils, vibration, wet or humid conditions, near street traffic or confined spaces.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Overall Effort and Work Location:
  • Must be able to withstand daily mental strain and pressure. Must be flexible to adjust for constantly changing operations.
  • Work is generally performed during normal business hours. Must be able to work a predictable and consistent schedule with an occasional after-hours work may be required as determined by the changing circumstances. Must be on-call 24/7 to respond to District issues or emergencies. Occasional travel required both within and outside of the state to attend meetings or obtain training.
Supervision and Coordination Required:Directly supervises: 0 employees Indirectly supervises: 0 employees
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term Disability
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Training and Development
  • Sick leave
  • Annual Leave (Vacation pay)
  • Holiday Pay
  • Bonuses
  • Uniforms
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