Equipment Operator I-Sewer/Storm

City of Fountain Valley • Fountain Valley, CA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Fountain Valley Public Works Department is seeking a dedicated and motivated Equipment Operator I in the Sewer/Storm Drain division to join our team. This position performs a variety of manual, semi-skilled, and skilled maintenance tasks. Key responsibilities include: Operates a variety of light, medium, and heavy gas and diesel-powered motorized equipment in construction. Maintenance, rehabilitation, and reconstruction of the City’s wastewater and stormwater systems, including pipelines, lift stations, storm drains, and catch basins.

Requirements

• High School graduation or possession of a General Education Development Test (GED) certificate is required.
• Previous experience regularly operating a variety of light, medium, and/or heavy equipment is required.
• A valid California Class B Commercial Driver’s License (with Air Brake and Tank Endorsement) is required at the time of appointment (or obtained within the probationary period) as a condition of employment.
• Possession of a Grade 1 CWEA Collection System Maintenance Certificate is required at the time of appointment (or obtained within the probationary period) as a condition of employment.
• National Association of Sewer Service Companies (NASSCO) Pipeline Assessment Certification Program (PACP) certification is required at the time of appointment (or obtained within the probationary period).

Nice To Haves

• College-level coursework with an emphasis in utility science is highly desirable.
• Previous sewer and storm drain maintenance experience, preferably in a municipal setting, is highly desirable.
• A valid California Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement is highly desirable.
• NASSCO Lateral Assessment Certification Program (LACP) certification is desirable.
• NASSCO Manhole Assessment Certification Program (MACP) certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and conduct pre-trip inspections on equipment including loaders, skip loaders, backhoes, forklifts, tractors, 1 ton to 10 cubic yard dump trucks, sewer/storm drain combination hydro jetter vacuum truck and related construction equipment.
• Perform maintenance and construction tasks to maintain maximum, constant water flow in the wastewater and stormwater systems.
• Clean and repair storm drains to prevent flooding.
• Lift manhole covers and retrieve debris inside manholes.
• Operate combination hydro jetter vacuum truck to clean sewer and storm drain lines.
• Excavate and repair sewer and storm drain lines.
• Review wastewater and stormwater system maps.
• Perform the installation, maintenance, operation, flushing, cleaning, and repair or rehabilitation of sewer and storm drain pipelines, laterals, catch basins and screens, stormceptors, siphons, manholes, lift stations and enhanced maintenance areas.
• Operate, maintain, and clean sewer and storm drain lift stations, pumps, equipment, and wet wells.
• Operate and maintain CCTV van and equipment to inspect sewer and storm drain pipelines.
• Perform non-journey level work in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, painting, and other similar maintenance and repair trades.
• May perform, as needed, technical oversight and training to Maintenance Workers and Temporary Laborers.
• Complete a variety of checklists, maintain a variety of logs, records and reports as assigned.
• Operate a variety of power, pneumatic, and hand tools in the performance of Public Works maintenance and repair activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 4/10 schedule (off Fridays)
• CalPERS retirement (2%@60 for Classic or 2%@62 for PEPRA)
• CalPERS medical HMO/PPO plan options, dental, life insurance, vision, and optional AFLAC insurance
• Matching deferred compensation employer contribution (up to $225 per month)
• City-paid long-term disability insurance
• Generous leave accruals
• 11 paid holidays, including one floating holiday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED