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Oconee Joint Regional Sewer Authority · 1 month ago

Collection System Technician I, II, or III DOQ

Seneca, SC

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Oconee Joint Regional Sewer Authority is seeking a Collection System Technician to operate heavy equipment and maintain wastewater collection systems. The role involves repairing sewer pipelines, conducting inspections, and performing maintenance tasks under general supervision.

Utilities

Responsibilities

Operates heavy equipment, trucks, and specialized equipment in the clearing and maintenance of collection system rights-of-ways and repairing/maintaining sewer infrastructure; equipment operated includes, but is not limited to, trucks, trailers, tractors, bush hogs, excavators, backhoes, front-end loaders, bull dozers, forklifts, etc.; operates assorted hand/power tools, including jackhammers, pipe saws, chain saws, and pole saws

Performs hydraulic and mechanical cleaning of sewer lines, treatment plants and lift stations; mechanically removes roots and debris as necessary; clears stoppages from lines and manholes

Assists in locating, raising, and replacing manholes and with sewer line point repairs

Performs underground utility locating for agency in accordance with applicable laws and confirms that underground utility locates have been conducted prior to OJRSA excavation activities

Hauls equipment and supplies to work sites and loads and hauls dirt, rocks, wood, mulch, debris, etc

Mows grass, removes vegetation, cuts, and removes trees, grinds stumps, chips limbs and brush, etc

Performs routine landscaping and grounds maintenance as necessary at the completion of maintenance and repair projects to repair property damage

Maintain air release valves

Repairs fencing and installs gates along rights-of-ways as necessary

Assists with creek bank restoration and creek crossings, as necessary

Provides traffic control at work sites to ensure citizen / crew safety

Performs all work in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, regulations, and standards of safety

Maintains accurate and up-to-date records of work performed

Inspects equipment for proper and safe working condition; cleans and maintains assigned vehicles, tools, and equipment daily or as required by manufacturer recommendation

Receives and responds to inquiries, complaints, and requests for assistance in areas of responsibility

Must be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and/or during inclement weather events due to business necessity

Serves on call 24 hours a day as scheduled and responds to emergency situations, as necessary

Attends meetings, training, workshops, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills

Adheres to the Authority’s safety program and regulations

Performs other related duties as required

Qualification

SC Class 'A' CDLClass 'D' WEASC VCC CertificationHeavy equipment operationHydraulic cleaningUnderground utility locatingConfined space entry trainingSafety certificationsRecordkeepingBasic algebraCommunication skills

Required

High school diploma, GED, or specialized vocational training

Must have and maintain a valid SC Class 'A' Commercial Driver's License (CDL); tanker endorsement is required; for those that already have a SC Class 'B' CDL license (or equivalent from another state): must obtain SC Class 'A' CDL license within six (6) months of employment

Must possess and maintain a Class 'D' WEASC VCC Collection System certification; or for those with equivalent license or certification in another state, must obtain a SC Class 'D' WEASC VCC Collection System certification within six (6) months of employment

Must possess confined space entry training and other safety certifications as deemed necessary

Two (2) years of relevant experience or combination of experience and education

Preferred

SC Department of Pesticide Regulation certifications in the following categories: Core (General Knowledge), 3 (Ornamental and Turf Pest Control), and 6 (Right-of-Way Pest Control)