City of Burlington, Vermont · 13 hours ago
Collection System - Seasonal
Burlington, VT
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$22/hr - $25/hrThe City of Burlington, Vermont is seeking a seasonal Collection System Assistant to support the Collection System Maintenance Manager. The role involves assisting with the operations and maintenance of the city's pump stations and sewer systems, including performing preventive and corrective maintenance, operating cleaning equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assists Collection System Operations with:
Assists with preparation of required equipment including but not limited to hoses, pipes, tools, materials and traffic control supplies necessary to safely complete the tasks according to schedule
Assists with preventive maintenance on the collection system including restoring pipe capacity by removing debris, sand, and grease from the sewer, combined and stormwater systems, manholes and catch basins
Assists with preventative maintenance on stormwater treatment practices including but not limited to: pervious pavement systems, infiltration systems, sedimentation and storage tanks
Assists with corrective maintenance on the collection system including removing sewer main blockages that are impeding service
As required by other Public Works teams, assists with hydro-excavation
Safely operates sewer cleaning and hauling equipment such as but not limited to: high velocity cleaner and vacuum truck
Assists collection operators with spot checking the collection system pipes and structures using roving camera, pole camera and push camera
Assists with daily inspections of sewer pump stations and performs routine preventative maintenance and repairs to wastewater pump stations and equipment
Maintains a variety of all collection system maintenance equipment in good working order, including cleaning, greasing and regular inspections of equipment
Assists with general plant maintenance work, such as sweeping, cleaning, sanding, painting, and grounds maintenance as secondary duty
Participate in all required safety training and carry out duties in a safe manner
As directed, posts public notices of combined sewer or sewer discharges at recreational water access points
Assists in remediation of sewer spills to the ground surface or to the stormwater collections system
Assists with performing maintenance on the combined sewer diversion manholes and CSO manholes in the collection system including flow monitoring and alarm systems
Interacts and communicates with members of the general public
Performs snow removal as required for the DPW-Street Maintenance Division
May be required to work unusual shifts as needed
May be required to work under adverse conditions
Performs other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Ability to actively support City diversity, equity, and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development
High School Diploma or equivalent required
Valid VT State Driver's License required
Ability to gain and demonstrate proficiency and knowledge to assist in the operation and routine maintenance of the sewer vactor, and pervious pavement vacuum
Ability and willingness to work in a wastewater (human sewage) environment
Must be able to operate various hand held tools, including but not limited to: jack hammer, pick and shovel
Demonstrated ability to perform physical aspects of position including ability to climb ladders in and out of manholes, wet/dry pump stations and trench excavations
Ability to implement traffic control plans
Ability to work independently or within group as needed
Ability to work in confined spaces required
Ability to work in all weather conditions required
Ability to safely operate snow plows and other snow removal equipment as required during and after snowstorms
Work on nights, holidays and weekends may be required
Must be a flexible team player that takes direction well, is safety conscious, customer-oriented, and willing and able to learn to operate all equipment and perform all tasks as assigned
Ability to create and maintain an environment that appropriately embraces the 6 operating principles; Customer Service, Fiscal Responsibility, Good Labor Relations, Employee Empowerment, Cooperation and Constant Improvement
Must be able to work effectively and in a professional manner with crew members and leaders, other divisions and the general public
Ability to learn and maintain VOSHA safety rules and regulations as they pertain to the Department of Public Works
Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions
Ability to understand and comply with City standards, safety rules and personnel policies
Company
City of Burlington, Vermont
Burlington is the largest city in the State of Vermont with a population of nearly 40,000.
Founded in 1865
501-1000 employees
Funding
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