Sewer Utility Operator

City of Florence•Florence, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sewer Utility Operator plays a vital role in maintaining and improving the City’s sanitary sewer and stormwater systems. This hands-on position supports the operation, maintenance, and repair of utility infrastructure while helping ensure safe, reliable service to the Florence community. The role offers the opportunity to work with specialized equipment and technology while developing a broad range of technical skills. The successful candidate will be safety-focused, dependable, willing to learn, and prepared to respond to the changing operational needs of the Public Services Department.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Demonstrated knowledge of safe work practices
Valid Driver’s License with insurability to operate City vehicles
Ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months of employment
Build and maintain effective working relationships
Communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing
Follow instructions with accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrate reliability, initiative, and resourcefulness
Solve problems decisively and prioritize tasks
Manage time efficiently and meet deadlines
Maintain accurate and confidential records
Exhibit thoroughness, precision, and organizational neatness
Uphold integrity, patience, courtesy, diplomacy, and tact
Apply sound reasoning, judgment, and common sense
Represent the City with professionalism in conduct and appearance

Responsibilities

On-call after-hours emergency response
Maintain safe work zones including traffic control and confined space entries
Identify specific hand tools and their proper applications
Navigate GIS web maps for field work and asset identification
Safely operate specialty vehicles and equipment such as high-pressure sewer jetters, combination cleaner truck, and CCTV equipment
Maintain various nozzles and understand their applications per situation and pipe material
Perform pump station maintenance including plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs
Manage assigned tasks and generate daily totals
At the end of your first year, success would mean acclimation to the types of service provided by the department, including knowledge of utility ownership and the preventative maintenance/repairs required to continue providing Florence residents first-class service