NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Wastewater Collection System Operator-In-Training
The City of Idaho Falls is hiring a Wastewater Collection System Operator-In-Training to help maintain and improve the city’s essential infrastructure. This entry-level role involves learning the maintenance of the wastewater collection system while working outdoors and contributing to community safety.
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Responsibilities
Travels collection system routes to monitor line condition; observes system flow, may take flow meter readings and removes debris and obstructions to prevent line back-ups and property damage; inspects, cleans and maintains wastewater collection system; assists in operating high velocity Hydraulic Jetter and vacuum truck in cleaning sewer lines
Removes blockage in wastewater collection system; insures proper containment of decontamination during and after backups and spills to prevent public health hazards and protect environment
Assists with manhole surveys to check for damaged lids and rings; maintain, cleans and inspects manholes and covers and exposes manholes; keeps manholes and easements free of debris and accessible; prepares written reports on manhole condition; locates drives and operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment as needed to install, maintain and repair manholes, grates etc.; replaces or resets manholes as needed to bring them up to road grade; may perform as a safety flagman during highway operations
Assists with Driving and operating heavy and technical equipment in the maintenance, construction, and repair of main and lateral sewer lines; including, backhoe/loader, jet flusher/vacuum, jet flusher/non-vac, rodder, TV truck; drives and operates boom truck, dump truck(s), and
Assists with preventative maintenance line cleaning and flushing; may enter manholes to remove obstructions; utilizes various equipment and apparatus in the daily performance of projects, including early warning devices, harness, winch, gas detector, pumps, compressor, compactor and fork lift; identify and record wastewater collection system problems; reports problems to Collection Foreman
Reads, uses and interprets sewer collection and storm drainage system plans and plans and maps
Adheres to and complies with all state, federal, and local regulations, policies, and procedures pertaining to safe work practices and all operation and maintenance duties
May assist with a snow removal in a snow event
Performs related duties as required
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or equivalent
One (1) year of experience performing the above or closely related duties
An equivalent combination of education and experience
Working knowledge of basic hand and power tools operations
Knowledge of tools and equipment
Knowledge in use and care of required tools and equipment
Basic automotive mechanics
Hydraulics
Skill in the operation of heavy mechanized equipment as required by the position
Ability to adapt to emergency or unusual situations
Tolerate weather extremes in the work place
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
Perform strenuous manual labor
Develop working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the public
Ability to lift 70 lbs
Must possess a valid Idaho Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement or have the ability to acquire within one year
Must possess a Wastewater Collections System Operator in Training Certification or have the ability to acquire within one year
Must complete .6 Continuing Education Units in Wastewater annually
Must be able to pass a thorough background check
Benefits
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Retirement benefits
Paid time off and holiday pay
Company
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