Sewer Maintenance Lead Worker

City of Edmonds•Public Works, WA

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction, performs a variety of journey-level work in the installation, maintenance and repair of City sewer systems; participates in the scheduling, assigning, reviewing and performing of sewer maintenance activities; trains and provides work direction to assigned staff; responds to customers, contractors, vendors and other outside agencies; maintains sewer system maintenance records, files and inventory. New hires generally start between $8,380.00 and $9,239.00 per month. Placement within the position’s full wage scale is based on qualifications and professional experience. The full wage scale for this position is between $8,380.00 and $10,186.00 per month.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED Certificate and five years of progressively responsible experience in sewer collection, construction and maintenance of sewer systems and components that includes performing lead or supervisory oversight over projects, programs, and/or staff.
A valid Driver’s license is required at time of hire.
A State of Washington Driver’s License is required within 30 days from date of hire.
Class A CDL with airbrake and tanker endorsements.
Certification by the State of Washington as a Wastewater Collection Specialist.
Valid CPR and First Aid Certification, AED and Blood Borne Pathogens Cards.
Valid Flagger Certification.
Other specialty certifications/licenses as required by state and federal law and/or OSHA and WAC regulations may be required within a specified period of time after hire.
A criminal background check is required following a conditional offer of employment.
This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with USDOT requirements.
A pre-employment drug screening will be required following a conditional offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience which allows the incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may also be considered.

Responsibilities

Participates in the scheduling, assigning, reviewing and performing of sewer maintenance activities and crews; performs a variety of specialized duties in the maintenance and repair of City sewer systems and facilities.
Estimates materials, time and personnel required to complete work projects; develops schedules and responds to questions and complaints from the general public regarding sewer service.
Assists the public with the proper procedures for problem resolution and investigates and documents property damage.
Inspects side sewer installations to assure compliance with applicable City codes and regulations advising contractors if changes are necessary; inspects main extensions; measures and draws as-builts as required; reviews capital improvement projects and reviews commercial property utilities.
Troubleshoots malfunctions on pump stations and performs other technical and skilled operation and maintenance duties.
Orders and maintains materials and supplies for the sewer system and pump station; obtains price quotes and makes recommendations related to the purchase of new equipment and supplies as directed.
Locates, inspects and maintains sewer mains and other related facilities.
Enforces safety regulations, procedures and practices including use of protective equipment.
Participates in organizing and implementing long and short-term programs and activities designed to develop assigned facilities and services.
Operates a variety of equipment including: a tractor, backhoe, gas detector, various trucks (TV, jet, and dump) and other specialized equipment and hand and power tools.
Coordinates sewer activities with other divisions, contractors and agencies; maintains a variety of records and reports.
Provides support to the Department/Division on matters as directed and may serve as staff on a variety of committees.
Prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings and maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment.
Incorporates new developments as assigned and ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively within assigned responsibilities.