Sewer Technician 1, Sewer Technician 2 or Sewer Technician 3

Consolidated Municipality of Carson City•Carson City, NV

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This posting will be used to fill 1 vacancy and depending on your qualifications will be used to fill a Sewer Technician 1, 2 or 3. This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with Public Works located in Carson City, Nevada. Under general supervision, the Sewer Technician 1, 2 or 3, performs semi-skilled work related to the maintenance, repair and construction of sewer system infrastructure.

Requirements

Equivalent to a High School education or GED; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources. (Sewer Technician 1)
Equivalent to a High School education or GED; AND two (2) years of public works maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources. (Sewer Technician 2)
Equivalent to a High School education or GED; AND three (3) years of public works maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources. (Sewer Technician 3)
Must obtain a valid class B driver's license within eight (8) months of employment (Sewer Tech 1 and 2)
Must obtain a Nevada Water Environment Association (NWEA) or California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Sewer Collections Grade 1 certificate within eighteen (18) months of employment (Sewer Tech 1 and 2)
Must obtain the OSHA 10 certificate within three (3) months of employment (Sewer Tech 1 and 2)
Must obtain the flagger certificate within eight (8) months of employment (Sewer Tech 1 and 2)
Must obtain a Confined Space Entry certificate within eight (8) months of employment (Sewer Tech 1 and 2)
Must satisfactorily pass a pre-employment physical examination and a Respiratory Fit test (Sewer Tech 1 and 2)
Must possess valid class A driver’s license (Sewer Tech 3)
Must possess OSHA 10 certification (Sewer Tech 3)
Must possess CWEA/Nevada Sewer Collections Grade 2 certification (Sewer Tech 3)
Must possess flagger certification (Sewer Tech 3)
Must possess Confined Space Entry Certification (Sewer Tech 3)
Must take a pre-employment physical examination and a Respiratory Fit test. (Sewer Tech 3)
Knowledge of construction technology as it relates to sewer line cleaning and maintenance.
Knowledge of use and minor maintenance of commonly used hand and power general maintenance tools and equipment.
Knowledge of safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
Knowledge of shop mathematics.
Knowledge of record keeping practices.
Knowledge of above ground and underground facilities maintenance and repair work.
Knowledge of operation and capability of various trucks and light construction equipment.
Knowledge of techniques of cement construction, pouring and finishing.
Skill in safely using and maintaining hand and power tools related to the work.
Skill in making accurate arithmetic calculations.
Skill in reading and interpreting plans, maps and instructions.
Skill in understanding and following oral and written directions.
Skill in preparing basic records and reports of work performed.
Skill in operation of a wide variety of light and heavy motorized equipment.
Skill in contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
Skill in performing general maintenance work, individually or as a member of a crew, in various areas, depending upon the function.

Responsibilities

Excavate, inspect, flush, clean and repair sewer and mains and lines; perform repair of leaks.
Operate a variety of construction equipment (e.g., dump trucks, backhoe, front loader, rodder, jack hammer).
Locate and mark underground sewer infrastructure.
Utilizes specialized equipment to inspect condition of pipes and for locating laterals.
Clean and maintain work facilities and job sites as required.
Perform dye tests; perform confined space entries utilizing proper safety precautions.
Ensures use of proper traffic control measures in accordance with regulations and best practices.
Reads and interprets diagrams, blueprints, specifications and manuals for installation and repair projects.
Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
Maintains records of work performed and materials used.
Drives City vehicles to work sites and transports materials and coworkers as required; may work from lift trucks, ladders and other elevating devices.
Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.