Department: Public Works
Rate of Pay: $22.12 - $26.90
Position Type: Full Time
Apply by: July 16, 2023 at 11:59 PM
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Purpose of Position
Perform tasks of limited complexity in the operation, maintenance and repair of wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, collection system and storm drainage system. Learn proper plant operations and maintenance techniques and routine maintenance of plant collection system and related sewer system facilities.
Essential Functions
- Clean process equipment, pumps, STEP systems, collection and storm systems and other equipment and machinery. Read meters and gauges. Perform primarily unskilled tasks such as sample collection and delivery, pickup parts orders, etc. (50%)
- Learn and apply inspection techniques to inspect equipment such as pumps, motors, valves, generators, gauges, compressors and other related sewer system equipment and connections for proper operation. Perform minor preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment to ensure efficient, reliable operation. Perform cleaning and maintenance checks on vehicles and equipment. (20%)
- Perform routine custodial/maintenance duties to keep buildings, furnishings and grounds clean and in good appearance. Learn to safely perform maintenance as scheduled or necessary. (20%)
- Maintain logs and records as required by laws, regulations and procedures regarding wastewater flow and treatment plant and pump station operation and maintenance activities. (10%)
- Regularly operate City vehicles and heavy equipment; must posses a valid Oregon or Washington driver’s license and an acceptable driving record at all times.
- Maintains safe work habits and contributes to the safety of self, co-workers and the general public.Must maintain consistent and regular job attendance and adherence to working hours,
- Effectively and clearly communicate to others in-person, verbally, and in both electronic and physical written form.
- Must develop and maintain positive working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and customers.
Auxiliary Job Functions
- Maintain work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
- Follow all safety rules and procedures established for work areas.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Arithmetic calculations, including decimals and fractions.
- Tools and equipment used in wastewater collection systems and treatment plant operations.
Ability to:
- Acquire skills in the maintenance of wastewater treatment plant facilities and equipment, sewage sampling techniques, safety and biohazards associated with sewage treatment, and analytical procedures for wastewater laboratory.
Education and Experience
Equivalent to high school education or any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the above duties.
Special Requirements/Licenses
Possession of a valid Oregon or Washington drivers' license and acceptable driving record. Possession of a valid CDL with tank and air brake endorsements, or ability to obtain within three (3) months.
Physical Demands of Position
Many duties are physically demanding requiring the movement of materials weighing up to 90 pounds. Movement of materials weighing 25 to 50 pounds may consume up to 15% of the work period. Duties require regular use of hand tools, material-moving devices such as shovels, and proficient operation of light equipment and vehicles.
Requires ability to perform the following physical requirements: Bending, stooping, climbing, crawling, crouching, squatting, handling, grasping or pinching, hearing and listening, kneeling, pull/push, reach overhead, shoveling and digging, sitting, standing, twisting and walking.
Physical Requirements:
- Balancing, pushing and pulling
- Bending or stooping, climbing, crawling, kneeling, reaching overhead, twisting, crouching and squatting
- Handling, grasping, or pinching; use of fine motor skills, repeated motion
- Talking, hearing or listening
- Lifting/Carrying/Lowering up to 100 pounds
- Sitting, standing and walking
Mental Demands:
- Adapting to changing assignments of tasks and deadlines
- Analyzing and solving problems
- Assisting customers or community members
- Communicating verbally
- Comprehending verbal and written instruction
- Concentrating amid distractions
- Decision making to accomplish work assignments
- Examining and observing details
- Handling multiple, concurrent tasks
- Interpreting data or information
- Learning and applying new information/skills
- Using math and performing computations
- Working at various tempos
- Working rapidly without compromising quality
- Writing
The demands listed above are not inclusive to the skills required to perform satisfactorily in the position.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a wide variety of environments including laboratory, treatment plant, confined spaces, in year-round outdoor weather conditions, and may be exposed to fumes, oils, chemicals, raw sewage, etc. Position may be called for emergency response after normal work hours.
All Public Works field employees are considered “essential employees” and may be called back to work before his/her regularly scheduled shift, or after completing his/her shift, to perform work of an emergency nature, as well as be strictly required to report to work in inclement and/or extreme weather conditions.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervision is not a normal function assigned to this position.
Supervision Received:
Works under the general supervision of the Wastewater Services Superintendent. Receives work assignments and direction from the Wastewater Services Chief Operator.
Disclaimer
THE ABOVE DESCRIPTION COVERS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT DUTIES PERFORMED BUT DOES NOT INCLUDE ALL DUTIES THAT MAY BE PERFORMED BY AN EMPLOYEE OF THIS CLASSIFICATION.