Sewer Maintenance Worker I

City of Syracuse•Syracuse, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The work involves responsibility for the performance of specialized manual work in a variety of tasks related to the cleaning and maintenance of sewer lines and mains. Under the supervision of a higher level worker or a crew leader, an employee in this class performs semi-skilled manual work requiring the use of a variety of sewer equipment and tools to clean and maintain sewer lines and mains. This is physically demanding work requiring knowledge of safety measures and physical strength and agility to work under adverse weather conditions. Performs related work as required.

Requirements

Some knowledge of the materials, equipment, and methods currently used in cleaning and maintenance of sewer mains and lines.
Some knowledge of the hazards and necessary projections in sewer maintenance work and in working under extreme weather conditions.
Skill in the use of a variety of tools.
Ability and willingness to do heavy manual work.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Candidates must possess and maintain a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL B) issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Cleans sewer main lines; repairs sewer breaks, cave ins, and street holes to mains and performs a variety of tasks associated with sewer maintenance activities
May operate motor equipment in the transport of workers, materials and equipment to, from and on work sites
Inspects conditions of sewer lines and mains
Replaces access hole covers that are damaged
Assists in operating sewer-rod equipment and busket machines
Operates jackhammers and other equipment used in sewer maintenance work
When assigned to Department of Public Works, may operate a dump truck in connection with the removal of snow and ice
Checks working condition of equipment; gives routine service and maintenance
May instruct and train personnel in the use and handling of specified pieces of motor equipment as directed by supervisor
May perform job duties associated with the Motor Equipment Operator I classification
May perform job duties associated with the installation and maintenance of traffic signs and road markings
When assigned to the Department of Public Works: In addition to all work activities listed above, also operates snow removal equipment to clear City streets of snow.