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NEOGOV · 2 months ago

Utility Systems Operator I/II

Coronado, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

The City of Coronado is seeking a full-time Utility Systems Operator for their Public Services and Engineering Department. This role involves performing maintenance, repair, and operation tasks related to wastewater and storm water systems while providing customer service to various stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Maintains and repairs wastewater and storm water collection systems including gravity and force pipelines, lateral taps when required, manhole structures, vaults, inlets, catch basins, and related appurtenances and structures, including streets, sidewalks, and alleys when associated with collection system repairs

Performs maintenance, construction, and repairs to wastewater and storm water pump and lift station structures; operates and performs preventative maintenance on pumps, valves, meters, and related station equipment; performs minor landscaping and grounds maintenance duties surrounding station appurtenances

Maintains records of time spent performing various maintenance functions; prepares reports as requested

Flushes and clears wastewater and storm water collection systems; operates combination hydrojetter trucks, hand jet, rodders, and closed-circuit camera inspection vehicle and equipment; applies foams and other chemicals to de-root and de-grease lines. Clears blocked lines and mitigates sanitary wastewater overflows

Performs permit required confined space entries into wet-wells, vaults, manholes, and other assigned areas. When applicable, performs supplied air, permit required, confined space entries. Grouts and seals leaking structures. Removes and installs pumps, valves, meters, and associated appurtenances

Maintains, repairs, installs, tests, and services wastewater and storm water equipment including electric motors, pumps, circuit breakers, relays, etc. Removes, repairs, and replaces various mechanical components including exhaust venting equipment; dismantles, repairs, and replaces pump systems and parts

Conducts wastewater and storm water pump station inspections and accurately documents findings; takes and logs meter readings; takes air quality readings as necessary; inspects equipment visually and for unusual noises; performs station housekeeping including trash removal, cleans floors and restocks supplies

Operates a variety of medium to heavy trucks and equipment including: combination hydrojetter, jetter, rodder, closed circuit television equipment and vehicles, man-lift trucks, hydraulic lifts, light cranes, license required crane trucks, traffic message boards, mobile pumps, compressors, generators, operational service trucks, dump trucks, forklifts, bobcats, loaders, towable trailers and associated trucks and related equipment; inspects and cleans vehicles inside and out, check fluid levels, and reports needed repairs

Responds to customer complaints or public inquiries in a courteous and timely manner; determines source of problem, clears lines or reports needed work, advises customer if problem is not the City’s responsibility

Loads and unloads trucks; cleans up work sites upon completion of job; performs housekeeping at all work stations; including storage facilities and dump stations. Restores private property affected by easement work; including landscaped areas, brick and concrete work

Pumps flooded areas; protects private property when imminent flooding conditions arise

Performs maintenance and improvement projects at the beach pump stations and outfalls; monitors rain activity and evaluates tidal action, communicates with lifeguards when pumping operations occur in waterways

Performs curb, gutter, and sidewalk repairs when in conjunction with inlet or manhole repairs; breaks up paved surfaces; sets forms; mixes, pours, spreads, and finishes concrete or asphalt. Excavates and fills trenches and ditches when performing wastewater or storm line repairs

Inspects, maintains, and repairs clay, galvanized steel, plastic, fiberglass, and other type of pipes

When related to pump stations, performs a variety of semi-skilled building trade duties including carpentry, plumbing, heating, cooling, painting, furniture moving, roof repair, installation of door locks, and minor electrical work. Performs minor electrical repairs; changes light bulbs and ballasts; blow fuses and circuit breakers. Repairs and maintains a variety of plumbing fixtures and fittings including valves, sinks, fountains, faucets, and related devices

Observes safe work methods and safety precautions related to the work, including wearing appropriate personnel protective equipment (PPE); provides traffic control in assigned maintenance areas; places cones, barriers, and signs to define the work area and protects the public. Shores trenches; operates pipe location equipment performing utility mark-outs, submits Dig-Alerts; operates gas detection equipment; uses appropriate safety devices and equipment. Reports and mitigates unsafe conditions. Performs all duties in compliance with health and safety rules and regulations

Operates and maintains a variety of hand and power tools related to the work. Estimates and secures tools, materials and equipment necessary to complete assignments; requests parts and supplies as necessary

Accurately prepares and maintains a variety of computerized and written records and reports related to work performed; documents station inspections including; records of time spent performing various maintenance functions, flow and level monitoring using telemetry and Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems; submits and completes work orders; provides assistance in preparing records and files. Accurately documents and reports spills including, but not limited to: sanitary, oil, paint, chemical, and concrete spills

Operates computers, copiers, and a variety of office equipment. Reads, understands, and interprets plans, maps, and shop drawings

Performs duties in a professional manner and works well with others, individually or in a team setting; establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with co-workers, outside agencies, and the public

Regularly attends and adheres to prescribed work schedules

Participates in rotational shifts including weekend and Standby/On-Call shifts as required

Maintains competencies, stays abreast of industry standards, methods, practices and procedures

Performs related duties and responsibilities as required, including general department activities based on operational needs; supports City special events and holiday activities

Qualification

Wastewater collection systemsStorm water collection systemsCalifornia Driver’s License ClassCalifornia Water Environment Association certificationHeavy equipment operationPreventative maintenanceConfined space entryCustomer serviceSafety complianceTeamwork

Required

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying

Utility Systems Operator I: One (1) year of construction, maintenance, and repair experience is desirable

Utility Systems Operator II: Two (2) years of increasingly responsible experience in wastewater and storm drain collection systems maintenance and construction work

High school graduate or equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade

Must demonstrate the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance

Possession of a valid Class B California Driver's License, including an air brakes and tanker endorsement, with a safe driving record, or the ability to obtain the license within six (6) months of appointment, is required

All new employees within WWSW are required to obtain a Class A license

When assigned to Wastewater and Storm Water, an air brake and tanker endorsement, or the ability to obtain within six (6) months of appointment, is required

Employees hired after September 30, 2022, shall be required to possess a Class A License or obtain the license within six (6) months of appointment

Within twelve (12) months of employment, the ability to obtain and maintain an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recognized crane/derrick license/certificate for the operations of the City's current vehicle/equipment inventory

Supporting qualifications including rigger and signalperson, required within six (6) months of employment

Rigger, signalperson, and forklift operator certificate of competency required within six (6) months of employment

Other equipment operating certificates may be required, coinciding with Federal, State, and local regulations

Utility Systems Operator II: California Water Environment Association Collections Grade I, or the ability to obtain the certification within eighteen (18) months of employment, is required

Preferred

Utility Systems Operator I: California Water Environment Association Collections Grade I certification preferred, must be obtained prior to Utility Systems Operator advancement

Benefits

Voluntary retirement savings/deferred compensation

Tuition reimbursement

Group term life

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Longevity Pay; bonus at 10 years and every 5 years after.

Lateral Vacation Service Credit, effective January 1, 2023, employees shall be given credit for prior verifiable public service employment for annual leave accrual rates.

Access to community pool and gym.

Cafeteria Benefit Plan

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance

Tuition Reimbursement

Social Security & Medicare