Sewer Maintenance Crew

City Of Lakewood • Lakewood, OH

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About The Position

The City of Lakewood is seeking qualified candidates for a Sewer Maintenance Crew position in the Division of Water and Wastewater Collection, Department of Public Works. The employee will work on water and sewer assignments as necessary. This is a union position, and overtime may be required under the current negotiated agreement, particularly when emergency situations occur. Applicants may be reassigned as required.

The work involves operating water and sewer cleaning equipment and performing minor maintenance on that equipment; using safety equipment; entering manholes and sewers; working in close quarters, deep excavations, and on ladders; and maintaining records. The role requires frequent physical work, work in extreme weather, and potential exposure to chemicals, dust, heat, gas, fumes, and pungent odors. Normal work hours are 7:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., Monday through Friday. The wage rate is $29.81–$30.35 per hour to start.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Valid Class B Ohio Commercial Driver’s License with fewer than eight points at the time of application.
• Tanker endorsement within 50 days of appointment.
• Satisfactorily complete a physical background and police background investigation, including a drug screen.
• Possess or be able to obtain an EPA-issued Class I Wastewater Collection System Operator’s License or EPA-issued Class I Water Distribution System Operator’s License within 36 months of appointment; an Operator in Training Certificate is acceptable.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the workday.
• Ability to work from ladders and below ground in deep excavations.
• Ability to perform frequent physical activities, including digging, bending, reaching, climbing, squatting, standing, and extensive use of hands, arms, and fingers.
• Ability to work in extreme weather and potentially be exposed to chemicals, dust, heat, gas, fumes, and pungent odors.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods on wet, slippery, and debris-covered surfaces.
• Above-average mechanical ability and ability to operate water and sewer cleaning equipment.
• Ability to work in close quarters and enter manholes and sewers.
• Knowledge of underground sewer and water systems.
• Ability to maintain records and communicate clearly over the telephone and radio.

Responsibilities

• Perform water and sewer assignments as necessary.
• Operate water and sewer cleaning equipment, including snakes, rodders, and jet flushers.
• Perform minor maintenance on water and sewer cleaning equipment.
• Use and operate job safety equipment, including gas detectors.
• Enter manholes and sewers during the course of duties.
• Maintain records.
• Work overtime when required, including during emergency situations.

What This Job Offers

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