Lead Sewer Maintenance Worker

City of West Sacramento•West Sacramento, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Sewer Maintenance Worker is an advanced journey-level position responsible for performing and leading the installation, maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City’s wastewater collection system. This includes sewer mains, laterals, manholes, lift stations, pumps, and force mains. The position provides technical and functional lead direction to assigned staff, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards. The Lead Sewer Maintenance Worker coordinates daily sewer maintenance activities such as system cleaning, CCTV inspection, root control, and rehabilitation; operates and oversees the use of specialized equipment; and supports work planning, scheduling, and quality control. This role requires strong technical expertise in wastewater systems, leadership ability, and a commitment to environmental compliance, public health, and reliable infrastructure operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) years of experience equivalent to a Senior Maintenance Worker in the City of West Sacramento.
A valid California driver’s license.
Ability to wear and use SCBA units as regulated by CalOSHA.
Classification is subject to the drug and alcohol testing policy pursuant to the U.S. Department of Transportation regulations implementing the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
Must possess mobility to work in the field, streets and various other City infrastructure; strength, stamina and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, operate varied hand and power tools and construction equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.
Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment.
Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach and climb to perform work and inspect work sites; lift, move, and carry materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds and heavier weights with the use of proper equipment.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in municipal wastewater collection system operations and maintenance
Experience providing lead direction, training, and oversight to field crews
Advanced experience in sewer system cleaning, CCTV inspection, root control, and rehabilitation methods
Experience maintaining and repairing lift stations, pumps, and force mains
Knowledge of CWEA standards, wastewater regulations, and environmental compliance requirements
Experience working in confined spaces and implementing appropriate safety procedures
Experience with Underground Service Alert (USA) marking and utility locating
Familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for work orders and recordkeeping
Possession of a CWEA Collection System Maintenance Grade II or higher certification
Possession of a Class A California Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at time of application
Possession of a valid Class "A" California driver's license within one (1) year of appointment and maintenance of license pursuant to the Department of Transportation regulations.
Possession and maintenance of a Collection System Maintenance Grade I Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA).
Within twelve (12) months of appointment, possession and maintenance of a valid CWEA Collection System Maintenance Grade II Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA).

Responsibilities

Performs and leads the installation, maintenance, repair, and improvement of the City’s wastewater collection system, including sewer mains, laterals, manholes, lift stations, pumps, and force mains.
Provides technical and functional lead direction to assigned staff, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory standards.
Coordinates daily sewer maintenance activities such as system cleaning, CCTV inspection, root control, and rehabilitation.
Operates and oversees the use of specialized equipment.
Supports work planning, scheduling, and quality control.
Assists the Utilities Maintenance Superintendent and Sewer Supervisor to implement goals, objectives, policies, and priorities.
Assigns, performs, inspects and supervises the work of staff assigned to the installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance of sewer mains, laterals, manholes, lift stations, pumps, force mains, and related infrastructure and facilities.
Practice shoring techniques when appropriate.
Pour and finish concrete.
Cut, fit, lay and repair wastewater mains.
Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments, ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
Operation of a variety of equipment including large trucks and medium-sized construction equipment such as loaders, backhoes, trenching machines, and compressors, as well as pipe threaders, concrete saws and jackhammers.
Set up and inspect traffic safety controls and/or devices prior to beginning field work; inspect traffic control during maintenance and construction assignments.
Read and interpret wastewater system maps and blueprints, including Underground Service Alert marking and notifications.
Perform routine preventive maintenance on tools, equipment, and vehicles; stock vehicles with adequate supply of tools and equipment needed to perform work.
Keep records of related to work, materials, and maintenance activities, including confined space entry.
Assigns and performs the most complex and highly skilled operational duties such as budget review, parts and equipment procurement, and preparing operating procedures.
Maintains detailed records.
Responds to emergency calls.
Evaluates operational effectiveness.
Provides technical training and lead supervision to subordinate personnel.
Provides overall supervision during the Supervisor or designee’s absence.
Assigns and performs other related duties and responsibilities as required.
Uses a computer to enter data into maintenance management systems (CMMS), create reports, and manage work orders.
Builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, outside agencies, and the public using principles of good customer service.